Reading City sign new striker as Ousman Darboe departs

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Reading City manager Simon Johnson has added to his striking options with the capture of Joseph Allen.

The clubs twitter account announced the move for the former Mildenhall Town and Thetford Town forward on Thursday night.

City have seen two players move on in the last few days as Matt Deadfield headed to Binfield and Ousman Darboe signed up for BetVictor Isthmian League side Bracknell Town.

#WelcomeJoe | #ReadingCityFC are very pleased to announce the signing of experienced Striker Joseph Allen. @josephallen95 has previously played for @MildenhallTown, @ThetfordTownFC and @Lakenheathfc1 #WeAreReadingCity pic.twitter.com/TAd4Q0UAum
— Reading City FC (@ReadingCityFC) July 11, 2019

On the departure of Darboe, who joined City from Wantage Town last season, Johnson tweeted: “Fantastic player you’ve got there. Glad we could be part of your pathway Ousman, looking forward to seeing you kick on.”

Fantastic player you’ve got there. Glad we could be part of your pathway @odarboe_od looking forward to seeing you kick on. #talent 👊🏼💯
— Simon Johnson (@simmydembels) July 11, 2019

City have added some defensive strength in recent days with experienced former Thatcham Town full back Thomas Browne joining along with Berks County defender Steve Lee and AFC Aldermaston’s Josh Blackwood.

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