Reading defender Tyler Bindon is set to return from the 2024 Olympic Games as New Zealand exit at the group stage.

19-year-old Bindon enjoyed a breakout campaign with the Royals last season, finishing in the top three of the Player of the Season poll with nearly 50 appearances.

On the international stage, Bindon has become a regular for his country and won the OFC Nations Cup without conceding a goal over the summer.

Following in his mother Jenny's footsteps, having appeared at the 2012 Olympic Games, Bindon started and completed all three group matches.

Beating Guinea 2-1 in the opening match, USA and France breezed past New Zealand 3-0 and 4-1 respectively to knock Bindon and his teammates out.

With little rest over the summer, it remains to be seen how early the central defender returns to the fold in Berkshire.

He formed a strong partnership with fellow youngster Amadou Mbengue in the final few months of the season as Ruben Selles' side showcased play-off chasing form.

Royals star Michael Olise made a 25-minute cameo for the French in the second half, with the Bayern Munich midfielder one of the star performers at the prestigious event.