Gamble Set For Loan Exit?

Last updated : 02 October 2002 By Rob Cooper

Reading's Republic of Ireland u21 international Joe Gamble looks set to sign for Carlisle United on loan.

The midfielder has flown North to play for Carlise in a friendly game against Premiership giants Newcastle tomorrow at Brunton Park.

The Cumberside based side will use the match as an opportunity to have a look at Gamble in action before deciding whether they want to persue a loan deal.

Meanwhile, boss Alan Pardew commented on his decision to let Gamble go, albeit temporarily.

Pards told the Reading Evening Post: "Joe has done very well this year. I feel a bit sorry for him because Kevin Watson and Andy Hughes have done pretty well.

"I want him to try and get some games, and I expect him to go to Carlisle and do well. If he does, we'll see if they want to take him on loan."

Carlise have a number of Irish players that Gamble has played international football alongside before at youth level.