Reading sign Hull defender Jacob on loan

Matty Jacob made eight Championship appearances for Hull City last season

Reading have signed Hull City defender Matty Jacob on a season-long loan.

The 24-year-old made eight appearances in the Championship for the Tigers last season, scoring in the 3-0 win at Sheffield United in January.

"Matty joins us and brings plenty of versatility to his role in our defence," Reading boss Noel Hunt told the club website.

"As a player he's very strong going forward, but also demonstrates the necessary qualities in his defensive duties."

Jacob has been with Hull since the age of eight and had a six-month loan spell with Gateshead in the National North in the 2021-22 season.

Reading will start their new League One campaign at Lincoln City on 2 August.