Reading have rejected a bid from Everton for midfielder Stephen Hunt.

The Toffees have tried to beat the transfer deadline to secure a deal for the Republic of Ireland international.

But Everton manager David Moyes' offer of around £3.5million has been rejected by the Championship side.

Royals boss Steve Coppell has always insisted that he will only let his players leave if their valuations are met.

Whilst the likes of Nicky Shorey and Ibrahima Sonko have been allowed to make immediate returns to the Premier League, the club have stood firm over the likes of James Harper, Kevin Doyle and Hunt by rejecting bids.

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