Jacob Brown signs with Reading on a two-year deal as a free agent
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 8:03 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Jacob Brown has joined Reading FC on a free transfer after being released by Luton Town. The 29-year-old forward, who spent part of last season on loan at Portsmouth, has signed a two-year contract with the club. Brown brings significant experience, with over 200 appearances in the Championship and previous time in the Premier League. He is expected to provide competition for Jack Marriott as a central forward option. Manager Leam Richardson praised Brown's versatility, work ethic, and character, highlighting his strong desire to contribute to Reading's ambitions.
- •Brown was released by Luton Town earlier this summer.
- •He primarily plays as a central forward but can operate in multiple attacking roles.
- •Brown has previously played in the Championship and the Premier League.
- •Reading's manager noted Brown's high work rate and team-oriented mindset.
- •Brown joins Kyreece Lisbie and Udoka Godwin-Malife as Reading's summer signings.
- 8:03 PMYahoo Sports — Jacob Brown Joins Reading On A Free Transfer
"He’s agreed a two-year deal, having been released by Luton Town.
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