John O'Shea has returned to Reading as a first-team coach.
O'Shea, who retired as a player after Reading's final game last season, will work alongside manager Jose Gomes and his backroom staff.
The Royals signed the former Manchester United and Republic of Ireland defender in the summer of 2018 after his contract at Sunderland had expired.
John O'Shea's career
Manchester United (1999-2011) - 256 appearances
Sunderland (2011-2018) - 226 appearances
Reading (2018-2019) - 9 appearances
O'Shea had spent seven years at the Stadium of Light having arrived from Manchester United, where he started his career in 1999.