Kelly gets Royal seal of approval

Republic of Ireland right-back Stephen Kelly last night completed his move from Fulham to Reading on a two-and-a-half year deal.

The 29-year-old Dubliner signed for an undisclosed fee after completing his medical last night.

“I’m delighted to have Stephen here,” manager Brian McDermott said. “He’s the kind of player I’ve been talking about — someone with great experience, but at 29 still very young in football terms.