During his time at Hull, Burns played 11 games, demonstrating his ability to adapt to different teams and leagues. He also has one senior appearance for Manchester City under his belt.

Reading's manager, Noel Hunt, expressed his enthusiasm for Burns, highlighting his positive attitude and strong work ethic. Hunt believes that Burns' experience in the Championship last season will serve him well in the upcoming season.

"Finley's attitude is outstanding, and he has shown great growth as a player," Hunt said. "We're really excited to have him on board."

Reading's CEO, Joe Jacobson, also welcomed Burns to the team, praising the club's ability to secure his signature despite strong competition from other teams.

"We're thrilled to have Finley join us on loan," Jacobson said. "We're grateful to Manchester City for trusting us to develop and improve their player, and we look forward to a successful partnership between our clubs."