getreading.co.uk Reading FC sell Seid Behram to Lille - just five months after signing the 'Bosnian Messi'
11:40, 25 MAY 2016 UPDATED 11:40, 25 MAY 2016
BY CHARLES WATTS
The 17-year-old only arrived at Madejski Stadium in January from FC Zeljeznicar
Reading have sold teenager Seid Behram, just five months after he joined the club.
The 17-year-old - dubbed the Bosnian Messi - only arrived at Madejski Stadium in January from FC Zeljeznicar, with Royals handing the winger a three-year contract following a successful trial period at the club.
At the time Behram said: "This is a great day for my family and me, since I officially became a player for Reading FC.
"Thanks to everyone who stood by me and supported me in everything. Great days are ahead of me."
Shortly after his arrival, Behram was sent out on loan to Lille as he did not hold an EU passport, but he has now completed a permanent switch to the French club after impressing the coaching staff. He has signed a two-year deal.
It has been reported across the channel that Reading decided to part company with the talented attacker because of problems with his paperwork.
Behram, who can also play up front, has represented his country at under-15 and under-17 level.
It is unclear whether Royals have received any transfer fee for the attacker.
I guess Nicky Hammond's mind was on other things when he sorted out all the paperwork on this one.
