Barnsley FC speculation quelled as Jacob Brown snapped up by Reading after Luton Town exit
Jacob Brown has quelled speculation regarding a Barnsley return by joining another League One club
Jacob Brown has put an end to speculation regarding a return to Barnsley by joining their League One rivals Reading.
The 28-year-old utility man spent five years at Oakwell, scoring 12 goals in 82 appearances between 2015 and 2020.
He was linked with a move back to South Yorkshire in the winter window, only to join Portsmouth on loan from Luton Town. Talk of a potential Barnsley reunion then resurfaced when he did not make Luton’s list of retained players at the end of the season.
Jacob Brown finds new home
However, Brown has now put pen to paper on a two-year deal at Reading, linking up with ex-Rotherham United boss Leam Richardson.
Royals manager Richardson said: “We're really pleased to bring Jacob to Reading. He's a player we've admired for a long time because he gives you so much. He's athletic, works incredibly hard for the team, can play in a number of attacking positions and has shown throughout his career that he can score goals at a high level.
“As well as his qualities on the pitch, he's a brilliant character who brings a wealth of experience and will fit into the culture we're building here.
“He has played at the top flight, has international experience with Scotland and has a real desire to come here and be part of what we're trying to achieve.
“We're looking forward to working with him. I know he'll give absolutely everything for this football club and I'm sure our supporters will enjoy watching him in a Reading shirt.”
Summer transfer business in League One
Brown has become Reading’s third signing of the summer transfer window, following defender Udoka Godwin-Malife and winger Kyreece Lisbie through the door.
Barnsley may not have swooped for Brown, but they have entered the transfer market. The Reds have secured the signature of Australian winger Clayton Taylor and struck a deal to sign young defender Isaac Smith from Manchester City.