Reading manager Ruben Selles is being targeted by Hull for their vacant manager's job, as the clubs prepare to open talks over a deal for the Spanish coach. Selles, 41, has impressed at the Select Car Leasing Stadium over the past two seasons in difficult circumstances, with the League One club the subject of takeover attempts and owner Dai Yongge accused of mismanagement. Acun Ilicali, the Hull City owner, is thought to be a huge admirer of Selles's work as he looks for Tim Walter's successor, who will be tasked with leading the club out of the Championship relegation places. Selles kept Reading in League One last season despite a six-point deduction over English Football League infringements. They are in the play-off positions in this campaign, although an opportunity to manage in the Championship could prove too good to turn down. Selles insisted he was happy at Reading, but may have to make a decision if the clubs thrash out terms. His contract at the Madejski runs until 2026 and he would fall into a bracket that Hull would be able to afford. The situation has added to the chaos at Reading, with the club's owner Dai Yongge facing criticism from fans for failing to sell up. A takeover bid from Roger Smee, a former player and owner of the League One club, was recently rejected by Yongge. Selles has been a positive appointment in a time of chaos for the former Premier League club, and his potential departure could have significant implications for Reading's future. The club's fans will be hoping that Selles stays, but the lure of the Championship may be too great for him to resist. As the situation unfolds, one thing is certain - the future of Reading is uncertain, and the club's fans will be watching with bated breath. The potential loss of Selles would be a significant blow to the club, and it remains to be seen how the situation will play out. With the club's ownership situation still unresolved, the future of Reading is very much up in the air. The club's fans will be hoping for a resolution to the situation soon, but for now, they can only wait and see what the future holds.