Reading close to sacking manager Veljko Paunovic following eight defeats in a row

Reading boss Veljko Paunovic is close to the sack following a run of eight straight defeats. 

The Royals are in relegation danger following a stretch of just one win in 13 league matches and the Serb is now in danger of losing his job. 

Reading fans stormed onto the pitch in protest after the 3-2 defeat to Coventry, which leaves them just two points above the Championship drop zone. 

Reading are close to sacking manager Veljko Paunovic following a woeful run of form

There are also said to be a core of players who are disillusioned with the direction of the team under Paunovic. And Sportsmail understands coach’s job is in serious jeopardy. 

Angry Reading supporters stormed onto the pitch in protest following the defeat to Coventry

Reading are just above the Championship relegation zone and need to improve quickly