'He's got a high ceiling' - Holmes signs and is loaned back to Reading

Luton Town have confirmed the signing of defender Tom Holmes from Reading for an undisclosed fee.

The 23-year-old has also been loaned back to the League One side until the end of the season.

Holmes is a product of the Royals' academy and has made nine league appearances this season.

Reading are struggling both on and off the pith, with owner Dai Yongge told to either fund or sell the club by the EFL after fan protests led to Saturday's match against Port Vale being abandoned, and reportedly need to sell a number of their promising young players.

"He's a proper defender, but is someone who can take the ball as well and we think he's got a high ceiling for someone who is still young and developing," said Luton boss Rob Edwards.

"We are really looking forward to working with him and we welcome him to the club, but we feel the right thing for him is to stay at Reading on loan for the rest of the season and continue to help there."