‘A bit unfortunate’: Fresh injury concern for £1m Portsmouth man after strong Reading emergence

Portsmouth loanee Josh Knight is being monitored for an injury setback by Reading ahead of their upcoming League One clash with Stockport County. The 29-year-old defender suffered a knock during a 5-0 victory against Peterborough United and consequently missed Reading's 2-2 draw with Bristol Rovers in the EFL Trophy, head coach Leam Richardson confirmed.

Knight joined Reading on a season-long loan deal in August after previously struggling for playing time at Portsmouth following a £1m move from Hannover 96. His potential absence worsens a defensive shortage for Reading, who will also be missing Paudie O'Connor through suspension, Jeriel Dorsett on international duty, and Ben Ward through injury.