Reading to return for Adrian Mariappa?

Reading will reportedly return with a bid for Watford defender Adrian Mariappa.

The Royals saw a £2m bid rejected for the 25-year-old, however, they are understood to be preparing an improved offer.

According to the Reading Chronicle, Royals boss Brian McDermott has identified the centre-back as a key defensive target ahead of next season.

Mariappa has four Jamaican caps to his name.