Reading full-back Chris Armstrong is frustrated to be out injured but hopes to be back as soon as possible.

Last year's player of the season has had to watch Reading struggle this season from the stands after undergoing surgery on a knee injury a couple of months ago but he is aiming to get back into training in the next few weeks.

"It's been seven or eight weeks since the operation, obviously it's been frustrating but hopefully I can put it behind me," he told the club's official website.

"It's frustrating to be on the sidelines, no matter if you win or lose, so on top of that we've not had the best of starts," he added.

"I've seen every home game and the lads have done well but we haven't had the results.

"We need that bit of luck, we're getting in good areas and I am sure it will turn around."