1. Coppell: 'Harper is happy to stay'

Steve Coppell has paid tribute to James Harper’s professionalism in the face of mounting transfer speculation.

2. Karacan and Kebe sink Rovers

Jimmy Kebe netted his first goal in a Reading shirt as Steve Coppell’s men stuttered to an uninspiring pre-season victory over Forest Green last night.

3. Downes signs on for one more year - and other Royals news

Wally Downes has finally put pen to paper on a new one-year contract.

4. Rosenior: We'll bounce back

Liam Rosenior believes Reading will keep hold of most of their stars this summer and mount a serious Championship title bid.

5. Paralympian shows promise for Beijing

Reading Swimming Club’s home season ended on Saturday with the annual internal club sprint meet at Central Pool.

6. Trial for Academy

Reading FC are inviting all pupils who will be in Years 2 or  3 when they return to school in September 2008 to attend an open trial with their Academy.

7. Doyle comes to Royals’ rescue

Havant & Waterlooville 0 Reading 1

Kevin Doyle spared Reading's blushes with the only goal as Reading scraped a 1-0 over Blue Square South side Havant and Waterlooville last night.

8. Pompey prepare Shorey bid

Portsmouth are preparing a move for Nicky Shorey after a bold attempt to land Wayne Bridge was scuppered.

9. Downes knows secret to success

Wally Downes has set his sights on repeating Reading’s record-breaking title success of three seasons ago.

10. Potters close in on Kitson

Dave Kitson is set to join Premier League new boys Stoke City in a deal worth more than £4million.