Championship outfit Reading have confirmed the acquisition of Chelsea forward Lucas Piazon on a season-long loan.

The 21-year-old arrived at Stamford Bridge from Sao Paulo in 2012, spending a majority of his time on the Blues' books as a loanee at Malaga, Vitesse and Eintracht Frankfurt.

Royals manager Steve Clarke told the club's official website: "Lucas is a very talented attacking player who can create chances and score goals.

"When we spoke I was impressed by both his maturity and desire to prove himself in English football after loan moves to European leagues. I'm sure Lucas will bring something extra to our squad this season."

Piazon has 30 caps for Brazil's youth teams up to Under-23 level, but is yet to play for the senior Selecao lineup.