“He is a player we’ve spoken about and one that we like” – Robinson on Winger
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Oxford United manager Karl Robinson has told the Oxford Mail that former Reading winger Garath McCleary is a potential transfer target for the U’s.
The 33-year-old, who came close to joining the U’s last summer before staying with the Royals, is now a free agent following his release from the Championship outfit.
However, despite being born in Oxford, Robinson believes that the winger is still capable of doing a job in England’s second tier.
He said: “He is a player we’ve spoken about and one that we like. He played against us in the practice game (back in June) and he was very good.
“What you don’t want to do is over-spend in this situation or find a player who can only play 20 games and you’ve maxed your budget out for that position.
“I think if he was willing to move he’d be a player we’d speak about.
“The geographical aspect helps everybody, but I’m sure we won’t be the only team in this area that will try to get his signature.
“He also lives close to Wycombe and that would be a chance for him to stay in the Championship.
“I’m sure that would be a conversation they’re already having.”
Back in May, the Reading winger said he was open to a move to Oxford. But after over 250 appearances for the Royal, the free agent is now looking for a new club.