The Royals have signed Glen Little on loan from Portsmouth until the end of the season, including the play-offs if required.

The right winger enjoyed a hugely successful spell with the Royals before departing for Fratton Park last summer, and now returns for another spell at Madejski Stadium.

Little trained with his new teammates for the first time on Sunday morning, and is eligible for Tuesday's meeting with Charlton Athletic.

Manager Steve Coppell told readingfc.co.uk, "Despite leaving in the summer, I know Reading has a big place in Glen's heart and I'd like to think he can make an impact in the next two months.

"He was a huge favourite in our promotion year and made countless goals with his ability. Hopefully now he will be fresh and inspired to make a difference.

"It's too early to say whether he's ready to challenge for a starting place. We'll look at his condition and take it from there."

Little added, "It was an easy decision to come back and I'll do everything I can to get Reading back into the Premier League.

"Even if I can just add 5%, that might be the difference between gaining promotion and staying in the Championship, and I'm really looking forward to it."