Alex Sheppard
@Alex_Shep_Urzz
Reading fan and cameraman.
Everyone knows we need attackers, it’s obvious. The club hierarchy will know this, so the fact we’re still able to add depth in another area is a really positive sign in my opinion. We aren’t holding back all our resources just to get what we’re desperate for. #ReadingFC
You can be certain after that second half Spurs will be keeping an eye on Ashqar Ahmed this season. 18 years old with that athleticism and skill, all the tools to develop into a top modern day full back. #ReadingFC
Two ways of looking at Wareham leaving. 1. Poor from the club not keeping a decent young player. 2. We’re trying to sign better forwards and he’s going somewhere he’s more likely to play. Do we think he’s ready to be our main man? As much as I like him, I’d say no. #ReadingFC
Good business today, GKs & RBs sorted. As for other contracts, this whole situation was created by the last owner, not RC. Only Mbengue is a big loss imo, everyone else I’d see as subs/depth. Hardly surprising they are keeping their options open. Not worth overpaying #ReadingFC
Rob and Todd enjoying their new signing. Kyerewaa song? #ReadingFC
Really intrigued to how this transfer came about. Who’s spotted him and how long have we kept tabs on him? Or is it an agent who’s dropped his CV on the table and we’ve taken a chance based on some videos. #ReadingFC
𝐊𝐘𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐖𝐀𝐀 𝐈𝐒 𝐀 𝐑𝐎𝐘𝐀𝐋 🙌 We are delighted to announce the signing of Daniel Kyerewaa on a two year deal 👇
Looks like Daniel Kyerewaa then. We’ve no idea how good he’ll be but kind of makes it more exciting to find out. Young player taking a leap of faith abroad, fair play to him. 9:30am early for a signing. More announcements to follow? #ReadingFC
Should debunk the theory we won’t pay good wages. It just depends who you are and if you’re worth it. Potential to be the best signing in league one this summer. In a position we desperately needed, we’ve again got the best available option. #ReadingFC
Reading are very close to completing the permanent signing of Nottingham Forest winger Josh Bowler. [@GraemeBailey] #readingfc
Fans moaning we aren’t paying upwards of 8k p/w for average league 1 players. Lubala worth that? No. Is Campbell? No. Was Craig (a sub)? No. Did we offer good contracts to Pereira, Wing and O’Connor, proven top players in their position. Yes. Good to have standards. #ReadingFC
Are we buying that Knibbs had a knock last week or do we think he’s being kept injury free in the event of a sale? Not in kit launches, usually one to do interviews, not in squad again. 1 year left on deal, too good to let leave for free if not extending. #ReadingFC
Well, it’s fair to say @Kenzema changed his tune. 😂 #BrentfordFC
Henderson will be a good signing for our midfield, absolutely no doubt about that and won’t be playing every game. Didn’t see anyone complaining when we signed Ben Mee a few years ago. Smart recruitment from Andrews
Why do people have to create a narrative about money? How about the idea he’s gone somewhere to get a similar wage and actually start games and not be a covering utility player like he is here. Always been a bit part player here, and that’s how he’d remain. #ReadingFC
We can confirm the departure of Michael Craig, who joins Leyton Orient for an undisclosed fee. Full details 👇
Some need a reality check. Retained best GK, got the best CB available, good LB imminent, key CM’s all still here. Inherited a mess, some fans want him to overpay on average squad players just to make up the numbers! Weeks to build squad, well too early to panic. #ReadingFC
We’ve been putting some of the concerns a section of @readingfc fans have to club owner @RCouhig. First of all what does he make of critics who say the club isn’t signing players quickly enough ahead of the new season. #readingfc
Let’s be realistic and not meltdown over this. He’s 5th choice CM, plays Wings position who rightly plays every minute. Craig will know this and want to go elsewhere to play more, cos he can. Shouldn’t be held to ransom over what will be a sub (albeit a decent one). #ReadingFC
Michael Craig has turned down a new contract at Reading due to a dispute on wages + contract length #readingfc #efl
Hopefully all ITK’s and scaremongering fans can give it rest now for a while. Need to see progress now though. #ReadingFC
We are pleased to announce that Ross Kestin has been named on the Board of Directors. Full details 👇
Michael Olise is the highest rated player at the #FIFACWC (9.14). ⭐️
Am I right in thinking that Mbengue, Kelvin E, Craig, Dorsett, Wareham and some others are under 24 so if they go we get compensation fees? Not huge amounts but useful to the club I guess. #ReadingFC
Most they’ve ever received for a player is under £500,000. The most they’ve ever spent on a player is under £80,000. Be surprised if that can hold out for a £1million. #ReadingFC
💬 Ross County Chairman Roy MacGregor on reported #ReadingFC target Ronan Hale: “If someone comes in and offers us £1million for Ronan Hale, we'll have to consider it, but they will have to push the boat.” That’s us out of the race.
Quite like the home shirt, it’s better than I thought it be. Has to be white shorts and socks though. I pray someone sees sense in that, doesn’t look right with the blue shorts and socks as standard. Makes such a difference. #ReadingFC
Stephen Hunt on a free was already a great bit of business in 2005. It then gave us Noel Hunt 3 years later, who’s now manager, it’s now given us Paudie O’Connor as well, and maybe Matty Jacob too. He’s from 106 so already cemented as a legend, but honestly what a guy! #ReadingFC