Reading FC academy graduate Sam Smith has found a new club following his release from the Royals.

Smith has penned a two-year contract with League One club Cambridge United.

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The 23-year-old struggled to make a breakthrough at the Madejski Stadium and only made 11 appearances for the club.

He has been sent on several loan spells, including a stint with Cambridge during the 2019/20 season.

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Smith was also sent out on loan to Oxford United, Cheltenham Town, Shrewsbury Town and Tranmere Rovers.