Reading return for Noel Hunt 

Noel Hunt: The three-times capped former Ireland striker has been described by the Royals’ Academy manager Michael Gilkes “as an exemplary role model” for their budding talent.

Noel Hunt has returned to Reading as senior professional development coach, a decade on from helping the club reach the Premier League.

The Waterford native, 39, has started his new role by training the Championship club’s U23 side for the first time.