Reading sporting director Mark Bowen has been appointed as the new manager of the Championship club.

The former Norwich City, West Ham and Wales full-back replaces Jose Gomes, who was sacked last week after less than 10 months in charge.

The 55 year old has spent most of his coaching career working under Mark Hughes, most recently at Southampton.

"In the relatively short period of time that Mark has already spent at Reading, he has commanded respect and admiration from all who have worked alongside him," Royals chief executive Nigel Howe said.

"He came in at a critical period last season to help us retain our Championship status and had an immediate impact."