Khumalo celebrates goal against France at World Cup

Reading have secured the services of defender Bongani Khumalo on a season-long lone deal following the approval of Tottenham.

The 24-year-old is yet to play a first-team game for Tottenham after joining them in January this year from Supersport United.

He finished last season on loan at Preston North End, and Tottenham chief Harry Redknapp has confirmed he would like the 24-year-old central defender to gain more experience.

A number of Championship clubs, as well as SPL champions Rangers, were reported interested in the services of the South African.