PREVIEW Oxford United v Reading

Oxford United welcome Reading to the Kassam Stadium on Saturday in Sky Bet League 1 (12.30pm)

​The U's have had a busy week with a draw against leaders Portsmouth and then new faces arriving on Deadline Day. They now welcome Reading to the Kassam Stadium for the first time in the league.

TEAM NEWS
New faces Owen Dale and Jay Matete go straight into the squad after arriving from Blackpool and Sunderland on Deadline Day. The pair are match fit and will be hoping for a first opportunity but may have to be patient after Tuesday night's performance.

Jamie Cumming and Fin Stevens are doubts after going off against Portsmouth. Simon Eastwood stands by if Chelsea loanee Cumming is unavailable while the versatile Oisin Smyth did a good job in place of Stevens on Tuesday.

Sam Long, Will Goodwin, Billy Bodin and Josh Murphy are all close to a return but may have to wait for the trip to Blackpool next Saturday.

See the full interviews with Des, Tyler Goodrham and both new signings in iFollow right now.

THE OPPOSITION
The Transfer Window saw six departures and one new face at the Royals.

Tom Holmes joined Luton Town but then rejoined on loan for the remainder of the season while Taylan Harris also joined the Hatters. Nelson Abbey signed for Greek side Olympiacos. Left-back Nesta Guinness-Walker joined Stevenage on a loan deal, Tom McIntyre was sold to Portsmouth and forward Caylan Vickers also left the club after agreeing to join Premier League Brighton.

The one arrival was young defender Zane Monlouis on loan from Arsenal. The 20-year old centre-back is likely to be involved for the first time on Saturday

TICKETS
Tickets for the game are stll available now  Click HERE to buy or call the Ticket Office team on 01865 337533. PLEASE NOTE THERE WILL BE NO TICKETS ON SALE ON THE DAY