Reading confirm Jaap Stam appointment as new manager

"His record as both a player and coach, at the very highest level in England, Italy and Holland as well as internationally, speaks for itself."

Reading have confirmed the appointment of former Manchester United defender Jaap Stam as the club's new manager.

The 43-year-old ex-Holland international, who was introduced to the media at a press conference at the Madejski Stadium, has signed a two-year contract with the Sky Bet Championship club.