Reading Football Club News Feed: June 2025

Reading star signs new three-year deal despite Championship interest

12 June 2025
By Chronicle

Reading goalkeeper Joel Pereira has signed a new three-year deal, becoming the second star to commit their future to the club.

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Reading legend 'very pleased' to see former teammates succeeding in Berkshire

12 June 2025
By Chronicle

Reading legend Brynjar Gunnarsson has praised the job done by his former teammates Noel Hunt and Mikele Leigertwood this season.

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Carabao Cup brings in preliminary round for 2025-26

12 June 2025
By BBC Sport

The Carabao Cup introduces a preliminary round for 2025-26 to accommodate the increased number of Premier League clubs in Europe.

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'I loved everything': Missy Couhig on Reading trips and Jane Austen discovery

12 June 2025
By Chronicle

The wife of new Reading owner, Missy Couhig, has spoken of her 'love' for the town.

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? Is Wilder's future as Blades boss in doubt?

12 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Amid rumours that manager Chris Wilder might be sacked, BBC Radio Sheffield reporters Rob Staton and Andy Giddings discuss the latest.

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Stevenage boss on 'statement' signing as Reading loanee makes next step in career

12 June 2025
By Chronicle

Stevenage boss Alex Revell has labelled former Reading loanee Chem Campbell a 'statement' signing, but calls on the youngster to add more goals to his game.

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Hull City sign Moroccan midfielder Laalaoui

12 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Hull City sign Fath Union Sport midfielder Reda Laalaoui for an undisclosed fee on a four-year deal.

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Cardiff City release Reading fan-favourite ahead of return to League One

12 June 2025
By Chronicle

Cardiff City have officially confirmed the release of Reading favourite Yakou Meite following their relegation to League One.

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Cardiff confirm departure of Mexico-bound Ramsey

12 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Cardiff City confirm the departure of Aaron Ramsey, with the midfielder set to move to Mexico.

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Euell joins Preston coaching staff

12 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Former Charlton Athletic player and under-21's manager Jason Euell has joined Preston North End's first-team coaching staff.

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Fellows in England U21s, Campbell makes Jamaica debut

12 June 2025
By BBC Sport

West Bromwich Albion's Tom Fellows has been called up to the England Under-21s Euro 2025 squad.

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'I enjoyed every moment' - Yengi on Pompey career

12 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Former Portsmouth striker Kusini Yengi reflects on his two-year stint at Fratton Park with memories he will "cherish", but says he was "disappointed" at the way his final season at the club ended.

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Mason will be leader that West Brom need - Nestor

12 June 2025
By BBC Sport

West Bromwich Albion sporting director Andrew Nestor says new head coach Ryan Mason has all the attributes to be the "leader the club needs".

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Reading joined by Portsmouth and Stockport County in race for United States youngster

12 June 2025
By Chronicle

United States youth international Jonathan Tomkinson has been linked with a move to Reading when the transfer window reopens next week.

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Former Reading captain takes up coaching role at League One promotion rivals

11 June 2025
By Chronicle

Former Reading captain Paul McShane has been appointed as an Assistant Coach at League One Huddersfield Town.

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Sheff Wed payment delays 'unacceptable' - PFA

11 June 2025
By BBC Sport

The Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) says the delay in Sheffield Wednesday players and staff receiving their wages for May is "unacceptable".

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Out-of-contract Reading favourite linked to Championship sides this summer

11 June 2025
By Chronicle

OOut-of-contract Reading favourite Amadou Mbengue has been linked with a host of Championship clubs over a move this summer.

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'Exciting and optimistic times ahead': Reading supporters' trust on new owner meeting

11 June 2025
By Chronicle

Supporters Trust at Reading [STAR] have spoken of their excitement and optimism for a new era after meeting owner Rob Couhig for the first time.

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Reading set to fend off Championship competition to keep fan favourite on new deal

11 June 2025
By Chronicle

Reading goalkeeper Joel Pereira is set to remain in Berkshire and sign a new contract.

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Jakirovic in at Tigers - let us know your thoughts

11 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Let us know your thoughts about Hull City appointing Sergej Jakirovic as their new head coach.

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Blades sign young winger Ukaki on three-year deal

11 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Sheffield United sign Nigerian winger Ehije Ukaki from Bulgarian club Botev Plovdiv on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee.

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Hull City appoint Jakirovic as new head coach

11 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Hull City appoint Bosnian Sergej Jakirovic as their new head coach on a two-year deal.

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Portsmouth keeper Killip signs new deal

11 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Portsmouth goalkeeper Ben Killip signs a new two-year deal to stay at Fratton Park.

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Former Reading figure confirms new post 12 months on from controversial exit

11 June 2025
By Chronicle

Former Reading player, manager and Sporting Director Mark Bowen has returned to the game 12 months on from his exit in Berkshire.

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Summer transfer window has 'potential to be spectacular' says new Reading chief

10 June 2025
By Chronicle

Reading owner Rob Couhig has eased fan fears over a slow start to the summer transfer window, believing it has the 'potential to be spectacular.

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Blackburn sign Kortrijk winger De Neve

10 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Blackburn Rovers sign KV Kortrijk winger Dion de Neve on a three-year deal.

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'Eakin's voice is what Coventry fans will remember'

10 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Tributes have been paid to Coventry City commentator Clive Eakin, who has stepped down after 24 years covering the club for BBC CWR.

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Listen: Vardy and Leicester City's Premier League party

10 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Listen to the third episode of BBC Radio Leicester's Jamie Vardy podcast series, which focuses on the Foxes' Premier League title-winning season.

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Stevenage confirm permanent deal for former Reading loanee after Wolves exit

10 June 2025
By Chronicle

Stevenage have confirmed the permanent signing of former Reading loanee Chem Campbell.

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Reading to introduce 'AI Council' in 'forefront of of technological innovation' aim

10 June 2025
By Chronicle

Reading owner Rob Couhig has announced that he is to set up three 'councils' as he aims to position the club 'at the forefront of technological innovation in football.

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Charlton set to appoint Murphy as CEO

10 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Promoted Charlton are to install former Barnsley and Nottingham Forest chief executive Dane Murphy in the same role at The Valley.

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Lions up, Watford down? The 2025 Championship table

10 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Watford are bottom, Millwall are in the play-offs and Portsmouth are battling for the top six.

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Reading reportedly set to miss out on Wolves winger as fellow League One side swoop

10 June 2025
By Chronicle

Reading are set to miss out on Wolverhampton Wanderers winger Chem Campbell, according to reports.

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The seven teams joining Reading in League One after EFL promotions and relegations

10 June 2025
By Chronicle

 As is always the way at this time of year, Reading fans will be mapping and planning out the next nine months as the 2025/26 League One campaign sneaks up on you.

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Reading to host local rivals in pre-season- but supporters unable to attend

09 June 2025
By Chronicle

Reading have announced two more pre-season friendlies, but to the frustration of supporters, both will be behind closed doors.

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Saville and Roberts to leave Millwall

09 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Midfielder George Saville and goalkeeper Liam Roberts are to leave Millwall after failing to agree a new contracts with the club.

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Non-league friendlies confirmed for Reading as kick-off moves for Basingstoke trip

09 June 2025
By Chronicle

Reading have confirmed the pre-season plans for their youth sides, including an amendment for a highly-anticipated fixture.

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'Manning will improve performances and results' - Knapper

09 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Norwich City sporting director Ben Knapper believes new head coach Liam Manning will improve performances and results.

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Reading chief hints at imminent 'announcements' as season tickets surpass 7,500 mark

09 June 2025
By Chronicle

Reading chief Rob Couhig has confirmed that the club have already surpassed the number of season tickets sold last season inside three weeks.

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Manning back in Norwich for 'success not niceties'

09 June 2025
By BBC Sport

New Norwich City head coach Liam Manning has said he is back in his home city to bring success to the club.

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Reading with more financial muscle than 'all-but three or four League One sides'

09 June 2025
By Chronicle

Reading owner Rob Couhig believes only 'three or four' League One sides will have a bigger budget than the Royals this season.

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What you might have missed at the weekend

09 June 2025
By BBC Sport

From international debuts to first goals for their countries, here's what you might have missed over the weekend.

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? 'Tough to be the one letting the team down'

09 June 2025
By BBC Sport

The Dub's Robyn Cowen is joined by Oxford United midfielder Will Vaulks as they discuss his debut season with the U's.

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New Leicester deal for second-youngest Premier League player

09 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Leicester City youth player Jeremy Monga, who became the Premier League's second-youngest player last season, agrees a new deal.

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Lions will target promotion push, says boss Neil

09 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Alex Neil has set his sights on a sustained Millwall promotion challenge next season after agreeing a new deal at The Den.

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Goalkeeping coach latest Reading exit as Wigan Athletic confirm appointment

08 June 2025
By Chronicle

Wigan Athletic have confirmed the appointment of former Liverpool and Millwall goalkeeper Tony Warner, who leaves his role of Goalkeeping Coach at Reading.

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Wales winger Thomas signs for Stoke

07 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Stoke City sign Huddersfield Town's Wales international winger Sorba Thomas on a three-year contract.

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Every Reading season's first summer signing as Royals await transfer window movement

06 June 2025
By Chronicle

In an unusual twist from previous years, this summer's transfer window has been split into two parts, to accommodate the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup.

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Preston sign Charlton's Small on four-year deal

06 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Preston North End sign defender Thierry Small from Charlton Athletic on a four-year deal.

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Charlton sign Blackpool midfielder Carey

06 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Charlton Athletic make their first signing since winning promotion, bringing in Blackpool midfielder Sonny Carey on a three-year contract.

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Reading owner keen to 'help' women's side after recent Dai Yongge downgrades

06 June 2025
By Chronicle

New Reading owner has revealed that he has some plans regarding the women's team which will make people 'pretty happy.

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Reading reportedly face stiff competition in race for returning Wolves winger

06 June 2025
By Chronicle

Reading are facing competition for winger Chem Campbell, according to reports.

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External investment will 'further mission' not 'change' it, says Reading director

06 June 2025
By Chronicle

Reading director Alec Lundberg has spoken of incoming investment and how it 'will not change the mission' of Rob Couhig and Co.

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? Division over Carrick means it's the right call

06 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Journalist Craig Johns says the split in opinion over Michael Carrick's sacking by Middlesbrough demonstrates why he feels it was the right call.

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Norwich sign Argyle goalkeeper Grimshaw

06 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Norwich City sign goalkeeper Dan Grimshaw from Plymouth Argyle for an undisclosed fee.

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Jones signs new five-year Charlton contract

06 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Charlton Athletic manager Nathan Jones signs a new five-year contract with the newly-promoted Championship side.

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Watford sign ex-Middlesbrough defender Bola

06 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Watford sign former Middlesbrough defender Marc Bola from Turkish side Samsunspor on a free transfer.

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Reading 'holding talks' over permanent deal for Wolves loanee as first summer signing

06 June 2025
By Chronicle

Reading are working on a deal to bring winger Chem Campbell back to the club, according to reports.

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Academy and women's side 'most exciting' aspect for new Reading director

05 June 2025
By Chronicle

New Reading director Alec Lundberg is keen to ensure the club's women's and Academy sides are 'not forgotten' in their new project.

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Wednesday placed under registration embargo

05 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Sheffield Wednesday are placed under a registration embargo by the English Football League over the non-payment of wages.

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West Brom move 'already feels a good fit' - Mason

05 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Ryan Mason says West Bromwich Albion already feels like the right place for him ahead of his first managerial job.

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Swans eye defenders as Norwich join Darling chase

05 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Swansea City line up potential replacements for Harry Darling with Norwich City emerging as contenders to sign the out-of-contract defender.

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Portsmouth and Blackburn Rovers chasing Reading midfielder after standout campaign

05 June 2025
By Chronicle

Portsmouth and Blackburn Rovers are keen on Reading midfielder Charlie Savage this summer.

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A sorry tale that could get worse before it gets better

05 June 2025
By BBC Sport

BBC Radio Sheffield's Rob Staton on Sheffield Wednesday's ownership issues and financial struggles.

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Reading owner explains why season ticket prices are frozen for additional fortnight

05 June 2025
By Chronicle

Reading have extended the early bird offer for season tickets for another two weeks.

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Plymouth Argyle youngsters sign new contracts

05 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Plymouth Argyle youngsters Jack Matthews and Joe Hatch agree new deals for the 2025-26 season.

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Former Premier League boss on Reading takeover and how to 'get back up there'

05 June 2025
By Chronicle

Former Premier League manager Tony Pulis believes Reading can be 'up there again' if new owner Rob Couhig can sort out the club behind-the-scenes.

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'If he was sub par four weeks ago, why not change then?'

05 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Middlesbrough fans are divided over the decision to sack boss Michael Carrick.

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The Amazons reveal two steps to realising 'dream' of gig at home of Reading

05 June 2025
By Chronicle

Matt Thomson, lead singer of Reading band The Amazons, has explained the two steps needed to complete their 'dream' gig at the Select Car Leasing Stadium.

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Birmingham aim to reach Premier League next year - Wagner

04 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Birmingham City are targeting back-to-back promotions to reach the Premier League next year, says chairman Tom Wagner.

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How defeat to Bolton Wanderers helped shape Reading revival despite off-field crisis

04 June 2025
By Chronicle

Former Reading coach James Oliver-Pearce believes a 5-2 defeat at Bolton Wanderers in April 2024 proved a turning point in the club's turnaround in form.

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Who is the new Reading director with keen interest in finance with a playing history?

04 June 2025
By Chronicle

New Reading shareholder Alec Lundberg has spoken of his passion for lower league football in his first interview since becoming a Royal.

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Carrick departure 'not a knee-jerk reaction'

04 June 2025
By BBC Sport

BBC Radio Tees' Middlesbrough commentator Mark Drury reflects on Michael Carrick's time at the Riverside and what might come next.

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Reading legend retires from international duty ahead of European Championship defence

04 June 2025
By Chronicle

Reading legend Fran Kirby has announced her retirement from international football ahead of England's European Championship summer.

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Middlesbrough sack head coach Carrick

04 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Middlesbrough part company with boss Michael Carrick after two-and-a-half years in charge.

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MP calls for Chansiri to sell Sheff Wed

04 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Clive Betts says Dejphon Chansiri must find a buyer to avoid "the complete collapse of the club".

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What can Jakirovic bring to the Tigers?

04 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Croatian journalist Ivan Renic has been speaking to BBC Radio Humberside about what Sergej Jakirovic might be able to bring to Hull City.

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Millwall boss Neil signs new contract

04 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Millwall head coach Alex Neil signs a new contract that will keep him at The Den for the "foreseeable future".

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Popular band synonymous with Reading reveal 'amazing' phone call from new owner

04 June 2025
By Chronicle

Lead singer of Reading band The Amazons, Matt Thomson, has spoken of a phone call from new Royals owner Rob Couhig.

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Swansea sign ex-Bolton captain Santos

04 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Swansea City sign former Bolton Wanderers captain Ricardo Santos on a two-year deal.

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Will Ipswich bounce back after relegation and Delap exit?

04 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Fans and pundits take a look at how ready Ipswich Town are to make an immediate return to the Premier League after relegation.

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Former Reading chief reunites with former West Brom manager at Spanish giants

04 June 2025
By Chronicle

Controversial former Reading Chief Executive Officer, Ron Gourlay, has been appointed CEO of Football at Spanish giants Valencia.

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Former Reading coach on 'extremely tough' December departure and Hull City exit

03 June 2025
By Chronicle

Former Reading coach James Oliver-Pearce has spoken of his 'extremely tough decision' to depart in November.

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Norwich native - but not why he's been appointed

03 June 2025
By BBC Sport

BBC Radio Norfolk's Chris Goreham details why Norwich City fans should be encouraged by the appointment of Liam Manning as boss.

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Norwich appoint Bristol City's Manning as head coach

03 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Norwich City appoint Bristol City boss Liam Manning as their new head coach on a four-year contract, replacing Johannes Hoff Thorup.

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EFL charges Sheffield Wednesday over payment delays

03 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Sheffield Wednesday have been charged by the EFL with multiple breaches of its regulations relating to payment obligations.

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Preston sign Wednesday full-back Valentin

03 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Preston North End sign Sheffield Wednesday right-back Pol Valentin on a three-year deal.

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WATCH: Work begins on Reading pitch as Rob Couhig aims for 'best in class in UK'

03 June 2025
By Chronicle

Work has begun on the playing surface at the Select Car Leasing Stadium as the new owner Rob Couhig aims to make it 'the best in class in the United Kingdom.

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Lucky season ticket holders to see in new season alongside Reading owners

03 June 2025
By Chronicle

Reading owner Rob Couhig has invited supporters to join him in the Directors Box for the first match of next season.

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Reading confirm final friendly of summer as Championship outfit visit Berkshire

03 June 2025
By Chronicle

Reading have confirmed that Championship side Portsmouth will visit the Select Car Leasing Stadium for the final pre-season fixture of the summer.

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Search for Reading coach 'well underway' as Gibbs makes West Bromwich Albion switch

03 June 2025
By Chronicle

Work is already under way to find a new assistant manager at Reading following Monday's news of Nigel Gibbs' departure, confirms new owner Rob Couhig.

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West Brom confirm Tottenham's Mason as head coach

02 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Championship side West Bromwich Albion appoint Tottenham Hotspur coach Ryan Mason as their manager on a three-year deal.

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Plymouth Argyle need 'someone who will stick around'

02 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Plymouth Argyle need "someone who will stick around" says podcaster Joe Bell as the club hunts for a new head coach.

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Watford sign former Bolton goalkeeper Baxter

02 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Watford sign goalkeeper Nathan Baxter on a two-year deal after his contract expires with Bolton Wanderers.

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Jones a contender as Cardiff hopeful on manager appointment

01 June 2025
By BBC Sport

Cardiff City hope to announce their new manager this week, with Charlton Athletic boss Nathan Jones still in contention.

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