Reading Football Club News Feed: June 2024
Spurs make Gray move after Brentford offer rejected
30 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Tottenham Hotspur make a move for Archie Gray after Leeds reject a £40m offer that would have made the teenage midfielder a record signing for Brentford.
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Reading Women removed from the Barclays Women’s Championship
30 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading FC’s Women team have been demoted to Tier 5 on the football period.
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Reading FC coach on 'outstanding' return for pre-season work
30 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading coach James Oliver-Pearce has described the first-team squad as 'in a better place' than last year and labelled the early pre-season work 'outstanding.
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Brentford close in on £40m Leeds midfielder Gray
29 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Brentford close in on the signing of teenage Leeds midfielder Archie Gray after the two clubs agree a £40m deal.
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Reading FC legend recounts 'cute' anecdote with family
29 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading legend Steve Sidwell and his wife Krystell reminisced about their time as a young family in Berkshire on a podcast appearance.
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Reading FC latest takeover update as women future threatened
28 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading Football Club remain locked in talks with interested parties as the protracted takeover of the club drags into its 10th month.
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Derby have budget to be competitive - owner Clowes
28 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Owner David Clowes says Derby County have “a good Championship budget” that he expects will make the Rams competitive on their second tier return.
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Baggies keeper Griffiths signs new deal until 2027
28 June 2024
By BBC Sport
West Bromwich Albion goalkeeper Josh Griffiths signs a new contract with the Championship club until 2027.
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Reading FC boss makes rousing speech as players return
28 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading boss Ruben Selles made a rousing speech to his squad as they returned to pre-season training on Wednesday.
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Evans signs Preston player-coach deal
28 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Preston North End striker Ched Evans signs a player-coach deal with the Championship club.
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Footballer 'deeply regrets' homophobic comments
28 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Mahlon Romeo is accused of making homophobic comments towards a police officer when he was arrested.
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Former Reading FC Premier League star joins non-league side
28 June 2024
By Chronicle
Former Reading defender Adrian Mariappa has moved to non-league outfit Wealdstone at 37 years old.
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Sheff Wed sign Hansa Rostock midfielder Ingelsson
28 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Sheffield Wednesday sign Hansa Rostock midfielder Svante Ingelsson on a free transfer.
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Leeds United midfielder Roca joins Real Betis
28 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Real Betis sign Leeds United midfielder Marc Roca on a permanent deal for an undisclosed fee.
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Reading FC Women failed takeover bid casts doubt on future
28 June 2024
By Chronicle
Serious doubt has been cast over the future of Reading Women after a takeover bid fell apart at the final stages.
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West Ham coach looking forward to Reading FC reunion
28 June 2024
By Chronicle
West Ham United Under-21 lead coach, Mark Robson, is looking forward to a reunion with Reading, a club he played for while on loan over 30 years ago.
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Pompey sign Archer to bolster goalkeeping ranks
27 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Championship club Portsmouth sign goalkeeper Jordan Archer on a two-year deal.
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Reading FC set for improved finish, supercomputer says
27 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading are set for a stress-free 2024/25 League One campaign according to the supercomputer.
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Midfielder Evans signs new Cardiff contract
27 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Midfielder Kieron Evans signs a new contract to remain at Cardiff City for at least 2024-25.
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Luton defender Giles makes Hull loan permanent
27 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Hull City trigger an option in their loan agreement with Luton Town to sign Ryan Giles on a three-year contract.
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QPR sign Nardi with Begovic set to leave
27 June 2024
By BBC Sport
QPR add Paul Nardi to their goalkeeping ranks after announcing that Asmir Begovic will leave the club this summer.
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Reading FC fan group continue campaign against Dai Yongge
27 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading fan group Sell Before We Dai have added a fresh billboard message in their continuing campaign against owner Dai Yongge.
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Reading FC discover full EFL Trophy ties- including West Ham
27 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading, Cheltenham Town and Newport County will be joined by West Ham United Under-21s in their Bristol Street Motors Trophy group.
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Baggies sign Mali midfielder Diakite
27 June 2024
By BBC Sport
West Bromwich Albion sign Mali midfielder Ousmane Diakite on a two-year deal.
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Former Reading FC trialist makes Championship return
27 June 2024
By Chronicle
Former Reading trialist Josh Murphy has returned to the Championship after his impressive displays with Oxford United tempted champions Portsmouth to sign the winger.
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Pompey's Pack 'just gets it' - Moon
27 June 2024
By BBC Sport
BBC Radio Solent's Portsmouth commentator Andrew Moon breaks down why Marlon Pack signing a new deal at Portsmouth is so significant.
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Trabzonspor sign Hull City forward Tufan
27 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Hull City forward Ozan Tufan joins Trabzonspor for an undisclosed fee.
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Reading FC youngster signs commits future with extension
27 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading have confirmed that 21-year-old Kelvin Abrefa has signed a new two-year deal to keep him at the club beyond the summer.
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Middlesbrough visit Leeds in Carabao Cup opener
27 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Last season's Carabao Cup semi-finalists Middlesbrough are drawn away to Leeds in the first round of the 2024-25 competition.
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Reading FC to travel to League Two Colchester in Carabao Cup
27 June 2024
By Chronicle
The Carabao Cup first round draw has been made and Reading will travel to League Two Colchester United.
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Stoke's Pearson to miss start of season
27 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Stoke City midfielder Ben Pearson will miss the start of the season after undergoing hamstring surgery.
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Five Reading FC games to look forward to in 2024/25
27 June 2024
By Chronicle
FFixture release day has been and gone, with fans of all teams now knowing where they will be and when.
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Captain Pack signs new Pompey deal
26 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Portsmouth captain Marlon Pack signs a new two-year deal at Fratton Park.
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Reading FC to discover cup opponents in next 24 hours
26 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading will discover their Carabao Cup first-round opponents tomorrow as the draw takes place live on Sky Sports.
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Pompey make non-league acquisition in Swann
26 June 2024
By BBC Sport
League One winners Portsmouth sign teenage AFC Sudbury midfielder Reuben Swann for an undisclosed fee.
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Reading FC defender says 'ambitious' chairman a reason behind move
26 June 2024
By Chronicle
Former Reading defender Clinton Mola has labelled having an 'ambitious Chairman' as a reason he was drawn towards joining Bristol Rovers.
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Reading FC protest group campaign to protect women's side
26 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading protest group Sell Before We Dai have launched a billboard campaign to try and protect the women's team.
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Reading FC set for reunion with former stars in friendly
26 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading are set for a reunion with former favourites Yakou Meite and Andy Rinomhota as Cardiff City host the Royals in a pre-season friendly.
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Stoke sign French defender Bocat
26 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Stoke City sign French defender Eric Bocat on a four-year contract from Belgian club Sint-Truiden.
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EFL confirm protocol for televised Reading FC matches
26 June 2024
By Chronicle
The English Football League have confirmed that supporters will receive five months' notice for televised matches this season- significantly up on the average of just five weeks last season.
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Reading FC fans react to 'tough start' as fixtures released
26 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading fans have been reacting with trepidation as the 2024/25 League One fixtures are announced, which kicks off away at big-hitting Birmingham City.
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Winger Murphy leaves Oxford to join Portsmouth
26 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Portsmouth complete the signing of out-of-contract winger Josh Murphy after he turns down a new deal at Oxford United.
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Reading FC full fixtures- including Birmingham and Wrexham
26 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading's fixture list for the 2024/25 League One season has been revealed, with the Royals opening the campaign live on Sky Sports against newly-relegated Birmingham City.
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New Season Fixtures In Full: Reading Start At Birmingham
26 June 2024
By graham@royals.org (Graham Loader)
Reading have been handed a tough start to their new 2024/2025 League One campaign, with an away trip to Birmingham City who have been relegated from the Championship.
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Birmingham City host Reading FC on TV on opening day
26 June 2024
By Chronicle
2024/25 League One fixtures have been revealed, and Reading will live on Sky Sports on the opening day away at newly relegated Birmingham City.
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Derby at Blackburn and Blades visit Preston to start Championship
26 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Relegated Sheffield United will start the new Championship season with a trip to Preston on Friday, 9 August, while Derby visit Blackburn the same evening.
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Championship fixtures and schedule: Your club-by-club guide to 2024-25 season
26 June 2024
By BBC Sport
See your Championship club's full fixture list for the forthcoming 2024-25 season.
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Arsenal and Spurs among teams Reading FC could host in cup
26 June 2024
By Chronicle
Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur are among the eight possible Academy teams that Reading could host in the 2024/25 EFL Trophy.
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Reading FC legend hails Selles and makes Zingarevich link
25 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading legend Brian McDermott praised Ruben Selles for the job he has done at the club and hopes the club 'get a break' as off-field issues continue to dominate the headlines.
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Reading FC one of only two teams yet to make a signing
25 June 2024
By Chronicle
Supporters of Reading Football Club have been left frustrated for the second summer running due to the negligent ownership under Dai Yongge and the lack of progress on a much-needed takeover.
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Bristol Rovers sign Reading FC defender after his release
25 June 2024
By Chronicle
Former Reading defender Clinton Mola has joined League One rivals Bristol Rovers.
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Reading FC set for Newport reunion: Where are they now?
25 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading have drawn Newport County and Cheltenham Town in the EFL Trophy group stages this season, which sets up just a second meeting with the Amber Army since the promotion-winning campaign of 1985/86.
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Reading FC could earn six-figure fee if successful in Trophy
25 June 2024
By Chronicle
The English Football League have confirmed prize money for the Bristol Street Motors Trophy this coming season, with the winner set to bag up to £310,000.
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Carrick's brother Graeme joins Boro as coach
25 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Middlesbrough appoint Graeme Carrick as first-teach coach.
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Championship revenue exceeds wages - Deloitte report
25 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Championship clubs make more in revenue than they spend on wages in 2022-23 for the first time in six years, Deloitte says in its annual report of football finances.
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EFL fixtures released on Wednesday morning
25 June 2024
By BBC Sport
The fixtures for the 2024-25 EFL season are being released at 09:00 BST on Wednesday.
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Reading FC last five opening day fixtures ahead of release
25 June 2024
By Chronicle
With players back in pre-season this week and the groups for the EFL Trophy already settled, preparations for next season ramp up in the coming days as the EFL announce League One fixtures for the new season.
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Reading FC favourite left 'angry' with lack of communication
24 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading favourite Charlie Estcourt has admitted that she is 'angry and disappointed' with the lack of communication from the club as worrying rumours surrounding the women's set-up continue to grow.
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Leonard agrees new Millwall contract
24 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Long-serving Millwall defender Ryan Leonard signs a new contract with the Championship club.
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Reading FC to pocket seven-figure fee with Olise set for move
24 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading look set for a well-timed cash injection this summer as Michael Olise nears a move to German giants Bayern Munich.
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Oxford sign Kioso from Rotherham
24 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Oxford United sign right-back Peter Kioso from Rotherham United for an undisclosed fee.
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Secret Norfolk: The Missing England Manager
24 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Paul Hayes looks at if ex-Norwich City boss Jimmy Jewell may once have managed England.
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Former Reading FC goalkeeper makes Bolton Wanderers switch
24 June 2024
By Chronicle
Former Reading goalkeeper Luke Southwood has signed a two-year deal with Bolton Wanderers after confirming his departure from recently relegated Cheltenham Town.
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Scotland and former Reading FC boss knocked out of Euro 2024
24 June 2024
By Chronicle
Scotland- managed by former Reading boss Steve Clarke- have been knocked out of Euro 2024 at the group stage.
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Reading FC discover EFL Trophy group stage opponents
24 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading discovered two of their three EFL Trophy group stage opponents this morning in what is a big week for 2024/25 preparations.
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Sunderland appoint Le Bris as head coach
22 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Sunderland appoint Lorient boss Regis Le Bris as their new head coach on a three-year contract.
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Reading FC legend on Director of Football role and Hibernian
22 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading legend Brian McDermott insists he is 'still hungry' to continue working in football after his recent exit from Hibernian.
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Former Reading FC defenders on the move across the EFL
21 June 2024
By Chronicle
Former Reading defenders Terell Thomas and Zak Jules have made EFL moves to Carlisle United and Rotherham United after leaving Charlton Athletic and Exeter City respectively.
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Reading FC petition set up as uncertainty remains over women
21 June 2024
By Chronicle
An online petition has been set up to try and protect the Reading Women's teams as uncertainty continues to linger over its future.
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Middlesbrough coach Danks leaves for Bayern
21 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Middlesbrough assistant coach Aaron Danks is appointed as one of Vincent Kompany's assistants at Bayern Munich.
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Rovers charged over fans' behaviour in Ipswich loss
21 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Blackburn Rovers are charged with misconduct in relation to crowd control during the defeat by Ipswich Town in March.
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Reading FC fans spread word of woes in German twin town
21 June 2024
By Chronicle
A family of die-hard Reading supporters have been sharing the message of the club's woes in the German twin town of Dusseldorf during a Euro 2024 trip.
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Wednesday sign Angers defender Valery
21 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Sheffield Wednesday sign Angers defender Yan Valery for an undisclosed fee.
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Norwich will have 'offensive mindset' - Thorup
21 June 2024
By BBC Sport
New head coach Johannes Hoff Thorup says Norwich City will play an attacking brand of football next season.
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Defender Bennett to stay at Oxford through 2024-25
21 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Defender Joe Bennett signs a new contract with Oxford United to stay with the club through the 2024-25 season.
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Reading FC Supporters' Trust outline cause of slow takeover
21 June 2024
By Chronicle
Supporters' Trust at Reading [STAR] have outlined the reasons for a 'slower takeover than originally hoped.
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Coventry goalkeeper Moore to join Sunderland
21 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Simon Moore joins Sunderland from Coventry City to provide competition for first-choice goalkeeper Anthony Patterson.
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Dave Kitson: How we are going to tackle the obesity crisis
21 June 2024
By Chronicle
I’ve invited a team of overweight men from Reading to travel to a remote island 3,000km to the north east of Australia to play football – and tackle an obesity crisis on one of the world’s smallest island nations.
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Reading FC legend latest to speak out against women rumours
21 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading legend Brian McDermott has labelled rumours surrounding the future of the women's team 'an absolute disgrace.
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Coventry sign Huddersfield midfielder Rudoni
20 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Coventry City make Huddersfield Town midfielder Jack Rudoni their third summer signing on a four-year contract for an undisclosed fee.
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Portsmouth defender on 'frustrating' end to Reading FC spell
20 June 2024
By Chronicle
Portsmouth defender Tom McIntyre felt January was the 'time to move on' after admitting that he endured a 'frustrating' end to his time with Reading.
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Former Reading FC boss on 'horrific' fears for women's team
20 June 2024
By Chronicle
Former Reading Women manager and captain Kelly Cousins has labelled the rumoured future of the team 'horrific' and has implored staff to 'not let this happen.
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Decision on Oxford United stadium delayed until 2025
20 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Plans for the development were submitted to Cherwell District Council in February.
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Reading FC legend to be honoured with memorial bench
20 June 2024
By Chronicle
A memorial bench has been installed in Calcot to honour Reading Football Club's first black player, Andy Alleyne.
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Managerless Burnley speak to Van Nistelrooy
20 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Burnley talk with former Man Utd striker Ruud van Nistelrooy over manager vacancy and appoint Henrik Jansen as assistant boss.
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Sarkic death 'heartbreaking' for Millwall - Harris
20 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Millwall head coach Neil Harris says the club must stick together after the "heart-breaking" death of goalkeeper Matija Sarkic.
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Reading FC defender makes Grimsby Town switch after exit
20 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading defender Matty Carson has joined League Two Grimsby Town after his contract in Berkshire was not renewed.
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Coventry sign Binks from Bologna on four-year deal
20 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Coventry City sign Bologna defender Luis Binks, who was on loan with the Sky Blues last season, on a four-year contract.
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Four-year Luton deal for 'perfect ambassador' Edwards
19 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Luton Town manager Rob Edwards signs a new four-year deal despite last season's relegation from the Premier League.
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Fears that Reading Women could be demoted due to ownership
19 June 2024
By Chronicle
A fan-led movement against the Reading FC’s inept owner, Dai Yongge, has commented on the prospect that the club’s women's team may not be able to compete in the Championship next season.
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Former Chelsea and Reading defender Ryan Bertrand retires
19 June 2024
By Chronicle
Former Reading left-back Ryan Bertrand has announced his retirement from professional football.
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Blues sign goalkeeper Allsop from Hull
19 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Birmingham City make Hull City goalkeeper Ryan Allsop their first summer signing on a three-year contract.
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QPR keeper Mahoney extends contract with club
18 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Queens Park Rangers goalkeeper Murphy Mahoney signs a contract extension with the Championship club.
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Plymouth midfielder Jenkins Davies signs new deal
18 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Midfielder Will Jenkins Davies signs a new one-year contract with Plymouth Argyle.
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Ex-Wycombe Wanderers owner Rob Couhig on Reading rumours
18 June 2024
By Chronicle
Former Wycombe Wanderers chairman Rob Couhig has spoken publicly for the first time following speculation that he could purchase Reading FC.
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Millwall boss pays tribute to 'radiant' Sarkic
17 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Millwall manager Neil Harris pays an emotional tribute to Matija Sarkic following the goalkeeper's death at the age of 26.
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Pompey defender Ogilvie agrees new two-year deal
15 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Portsmouth defender Connor Ogilvie agrees new two-year deal with the Championship club.
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Millwall goalkeeper Sarkic dies aged 26
15 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Millwall and Montenegro goalkeeper Matija Sarkic dies at the age of 26.
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Portsmouth sign Barnsley defender Williams
14 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Portsmouth complete their first signing of the summer in former Barnsley right-back Jordan Williams.
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Five exciting prospects in store for Reading FC next season
14 June 2024
By Chronicle
It feels like only yesterday that supporters were bouncing around the SCL Stadium after a 3-2 win over Blackpool, marking the completion of the great escape and looking forward to a brighter future.
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Middlesbrough sign Dutch striker Burgzorg
14 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Middlesbrough sign Delano Burgzorg on a four-year contract from Mainz, after he spent last season on loan at Huddersfield Town.
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Conte signs new Cardiff City deal
14 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Midfielder Raheem Conte signs new one-year Bluebirds contract, with an option for a further year.
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Gestede returns to Blackburn as head of football
14 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Blackburn Rovers appoint their former striker Rudy Gestede as head of football operations.
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Stoke appoint Lincoln's Cohen as first-team coach
14 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Stoke City appoint Lincoln City's assistant head coach Chris Cohen as their new first-team coach.
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Euro 2024 Kitson Column: Leaving Grealish out could be a big mistake
14 June 2024
By Chronicle
I’ve always quite liked the banner that adorns the Colin Bell stand at Manchester City’s Etihad Stadium.
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Conway 'enjoying every minute' of Scotland call-up
13 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Bristol City striker Tommy Conway says he is "enjoying every minute" after being called up to Scotland's Euro 2024 squad.
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Reading FC takeover: Who is potential buyer Rob Couhig?
13 June 2024
By Chronicle
In the latest twist to Reading's protracted takeover saga, 75-year-old Rob Couhig has emerged as a leading candidate.
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Baggies face transfer market challenge - owner Patel
13 June 2024
By BBC Sport
West Bromwich Albion owner Shilen Patel says the club face a balancing act to strengthen the squad and stay within EFL financial rules.
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Swansea happy to wait on Paterson - for now
13 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Luke Williams believes Jamie Paterson has earned the right to consider his options this summer but says the offer of a new Swansea City contract “won’t be there indefinitely”.
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Shuttleworth reunited with Rooney at Plymouth
12 June 2024
By BBC Sport
New Plymouth Argyle manager Wayne Rooney brings in Pete Shuttleworth as his assistant head coach.
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Reading FC takeover roundup as search breaches 250 days
12 June 2024
By Chronicle
September 29, 2023.
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U's sign West Ham keeper Knightbridge
12 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Oxford United make 20-year-old goalkeeper Jacob Knightbridge their second signing of the summer.
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Reading FC to host Hull City in final pre-season fixture
12 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading are to host Hull City in their final pre-season fixture of the 2024/25 campaign.
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Reading FC legend looking for 12th club after Hibernian exit
12 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading legend Adam Le Fondre is on the search for the 12th club of his career as his spell with Hibernian comes to an end.
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Placheta could yet have Swansea future - Williams
12 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Luke Williams says Przemyslaw Placheta could yet have a future at Swansea City despite being released by the Championship club last month.
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QPR extend forward Armstrong's contract
12 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Queens Park Rangers extend the contract of forward Sinclair Armstrong.
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Reading FC youngsters who could benefit from 2024/25 loans
12 June 2024
By Chronicle
While off-field issues and Euro 2024 may be dominating the thoughts of Reading supporters this summer, for the Royals squad thoughts will already have turned to the 2024/25 League One campaign.
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Three former Reading FC regulars to watch for at Euro 2024
11 June 2024
By Chronicle
In just three days time, the eyes of the football fans across Europe will be on Germany as the 2024 European Championships get underway.
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Oxford sign Sheffield Wednesday midfielder Vaulks
11 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Newly-promoted Championship club Oxford United sign Wales midfielder Will Vaulks after he rejects a new deal at Sheffield Wednesday.
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Wycombe Wanderers former chief 'leads way' in Reading FC buy
11 June 2024
By Chronicle
Former Wycombe Wanderers owner Rob Couhig is keen on purchasing Reading Football Club, just months after he controversially tried to buy their Bearwood training facility.
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New Blues boss Davies 'always felt like a manager'
11 June 2024
By BBC Sport
New Birmingham City boss Chris Davies says he is ready to make the step up to manager.
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Record-breaking season for Championship attendances
11 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Last season saw the highest overall attendance at Championship matches since records began more than 130 years ago.
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Norwich City legend Terry Allcock dies, aged 88
11 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Former Norwich City goalscoring legend Terry Allcock, one of the Canaries' all-time greats, dies at the age of 88.
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Preston fined £40,000 for offensive fan chants
11 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Preston are fined a cumulative £40,000 for offensive supporter chants at Huddersfield and Chelsea in the 2023-24 season.
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Reading FC legend on attracting players amid off-field woes
10 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading favourite Brynjar Gunnarsson insists the club will still be attractive to free agents despite the current off-field saga dragging toward pre-season.
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Dixon-Bonner agrees new QPR deal
10 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Queens Park Rangers midfielder Elijah Dixon-Bonner signs a new contract with the Championship club.
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Arsenal coach continues progression with UEFA Pro License
10 June 2024
By Chronicle
Arsenal Under-23 boss, and former Reading coach, Mehmet Ali has taken the next step in his development by securing his UEFA Pro License.
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Arsenal and Portsmouth favourite joins Reading FC legends as coach
09 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading legends Dave Kitson and James Harper have been joined on the coaching team at The Dave Kitson Academy by Arsenal legend David Hillier.
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Reading FC mull over offer as consortium return to the fold
08 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading are mulling over a £30m+ bid from a US-Saudi consortium, the Reading Chronicle understands.
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Reading FC most significant Academy graduates to mark 25th anniversary
08 June 2024
By Chronicle
The summer of 1999 proved a significant turning point in the history of Reading Football Club as the Centre of Excellence became an FA-approved Academy.
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Former Reading FC defender left 'saddened' by off-field saga
07 June 2024
By Chronicle
Former Reading defender Jake Cooper has admitted that he is 'really sad' to see the state of his hometown club.
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Stoke sign Norwich defender Gibson
07 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Stoke City sign former Middlesbrough defender Ben Gibson on a three-year deal following his exit from Norwich City.
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Reading FC remaining under Dai Yongge labelled 'unthinkable'
07 June 2024
By Chronicle
Conservative MP for Bracknell, James Sunderland, has labelled the prospect of Reading Football Club remaining under the ownership of Dai Yongge 'unthinkable.
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Real Madrid's Garrido joins Watford coaching team
07 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Watford appoint Spaniard Alberto Garrido, who was part of the set-up at Real Madrid, as their new first team coach.
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Birmingham City appoint former Reading FC teenager and coach
07 June 2024
By Chronicle
Birmingham City have appointed former Reading youngster and coach, Chris Davies, as first-team manager ahead of their return to League One.
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Reading FC exclusivity situation 'not unusual' says expert
07 June 2024
By Chronicle
Football finance expert Kieran Maguire has attempted to alleviate any concerns Reading supporters may have over the recent news that exclusivity has expired by labelling it 'not unusual.
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Reading FC Column: Reflecting on the history of our town
07 June 2024
By Chronicle
We know that this time of year is always quiet.
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Reading FC controversial former boss on exit to West Ham
06 June 2024
By Chronicle
Controversial former Reading manager Alan Pardew has been discussing his 2004 move to West Ham, citing the decision as 'a tough call.
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Birmingham appoint Spurs' Davies as new manager
06 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Birmingham City appoint Tottenham assistant boss Chris Davies as their new manager.
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Premier League released players as free agent market grows
06 June 2024
By Chronicle
With the domestic season officially at an end following the FA Cup and Champions League finals in recent weeks, clubs have now confirmed their released and retained lists in the Premier League.
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Reading FC fan action group issue 'come and get us' plea
06 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading fan group Sell Before We Dai have issued a 'come and get us' plea to potential buyers after the club confirmed an exclusive negotiation period had ceased.
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Watford move to ease fans' fears over share offer
06 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Watford say the offer to supporters of a 10% share in the club does not reflect any "financial instability"
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Reading FC confirm non-league pre-season friendly clash
06 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading have added a trip to National League Woking to their pre-season fixtures ahead of the 2024/25 League One season.
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Hourihane returns to Barnsley after Derby exit
06 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Conor Hourihane returns to his former club Barnsley as player-coach after his exit following Derby County's promotion.
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Tottenham Hotspur release recent Reading FC trialist
06 June 2024
By Chronicle
Tottenham Hotspur have released teenage midfielder Billy Heaps following the conclusion of his third-year scholarship.
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League One transfers: Every signing as Rotherham start fast
05 June 2024
By Chronicle
Despite the summer transfer window not *technically* opening until Friday, June 14, many clubs have already put plans in place for next season.
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Norwich agree deal to sign defender Cordoba
05 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Norwich City make their first summer signing by agreeing a deal to buy Panama defender Jose Cordoba from Levski Sofia.
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Reading FC issue takeover update as exclusivity ends
05 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading have confirmed that exclusivity has run up with an unnamed party, but the hierarchy remains 'in dialogue' over a takeover.
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Reading FC defenders called up for national team duty
05 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading defenders Jeriel Dorsett and Tyler Bindon have been called up for international duty with Montserrat and New Zealand respectively.
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Berkshire Football Awards shortlists are confirmed
05 June 2024
By Chronicle
The shortlists for this year's Berkshire Football Awards have been revealed.
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Reading FC season tickets among cheapest in League One
05 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading are among the top 10 clubs in League One offering value for money, based off of 2024/25 season ticket prices.
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Burton Albion appoint former Chelsea boss for new season
05 June 2024
By Chronicle
Former Chelsea Under-21 and AFC Wimbledon coach, Mark Robinson, has been appointed the new manager at Burton Albion.
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Aston Villa World Cup hero on importance of Reading FC spell
04 June 2024
By Chronicle
Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez spoke about the importance of heading out on loan in a recent podcast appearance with former England shot-stopper Ben Foster.
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'Pressure is a privilege' - new Hull boss Walter
04 June 2024
By BBC Sport
New Hull City head coach Tim Walter says he welcomes the pressure as he prepares to take charge of the Tigers next season.
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Reading FC records against new sides- including Wrexham
04 June 2024
By Chronicle
As with every season, the summer marks a reset as seven new teams enter League One from above and below.
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Reading FC youngsters unused as England suffer in shootout
04 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading youngsters Luca Fletcher and Christian Dunbar-McDonald were both unused substitutes as England suffered more penalty heartache against Italy.
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Watford to sell 10% of club to fans and investors
04 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Watford are looking to raise £17.
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Assistant boss Venus leaves Birmingham
04 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Birmingham City assistant manager Mark Venus, who took charge of the team for six games in 2023-24, leaves the newly-relegated club.
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Bulut signs two-year deal to stay at Cardiff
04 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Erol Bulut sign a new deal to remain as Cardiff City manager, a month after their 2023-24 Championship season ended.
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Reading FC keeper one of three connections on Jamaica duty
04 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading goalkeeper Coniah Boyce-Clarke has been called up for international duty by Jamaica, looking for his second cap in the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
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Reading FC departing star sends message to supporters
04 June 2024
By Chronicle
Departing Reading defender Nesta Guinness-Walker has wished the club and supporters well, admitting that his time in Berkshire did not end 'as hoped.
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Wembley heartache for Reading-born Borussia Dortmund teen
03 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading teenager Jamie Bynoe-Gittens experienced Wembley heartache in the Champions League final on Saturday as Real Madrid beat Borussia Dortmund 2-0.
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Stoke appoint Darnborough as head of recruitment
03 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Stoke City appoint Hull City's Lee Darnbrough as their new head of recruitment.
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Burton Albion on search for new manager after departure
03 June 2024
By Chronicle
Newly taken over Burton Albion are on the search for a new manager after Martin Patterson's departure on Friday.
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Michael Olise named in France 2024 Olympic Games squad
03 June 2024
By Chronicle
Former Reading star Michael Olise has been named in France's preliminary squad for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris this summer.
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Carrick signs new three-year Middlesbrough deal
03 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Michael Carrick signs a new contract with Middlesbrough to remain at the club until 2027.
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Reading FC legend reveals January takeover discussions
03 June 2024
By Chronicle
Reading legend Mark McGhee has confirmed that he was part of an investment group interested in purchasing the football club.
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Rooney 'will have increased Argyle budget'
01 June 2024
By BBC Sport
Plymouth Argyle's owner says new head coach Wayne Rooney will have a bigger budget than his predecessors.
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