Craig Tanner

What does the panel forecast for this kid?

Rapid pace, dribbles like George Best (before he was on the whisky), can cross, blasts great shots from long range, and judging by his goal against Gillingham can hit a volley. Most importantly, he's a team player and works hard.

If there is even the slightest opportunity we could get this lad (I.e. paying a fee) he is one that just might make the board consider the investment.

Given that he is contracted until 2017, I do fear however that Reading know exactly how good he is and could become, and have no intention whatsoever of letting him go at this stage.

After his performance Saturday, he will take some budging from the starting 11 now. You can see the lad is really enjoying his football in this team. And for the fans, he is one of those players you can honestly say is a pleasure to watch.

Get him for the rest of the season would be a bonus.....even if they don't want him cup tied.