Reading defender Andy Yiadom will leave the club this summer after eight years. He made 250 appearances for the Royals, scoring four goals and registering 12 assists.

What happened?

The club confirmed Yiadom's departure, along with midfielders Ben Elliott and Tivonge Rushesha, defender Michael Stickland, and attacker Mamadi Camara.

Why it matters for Reading

Manager Leam Richardson praised Yiadom, saying "He's someone who represents everything you want in a professional - honest, committed and a leader both on and off the pitch."

What comes next?

The Royals have offered new deals to defender Kelvin Abrefa and midfielder Andy Rinomhota, and taken up an option in defender Jeriel Dorsett's contract. As of the end of the 2025-26 season, Reading's league standing is 12th in League One, with 63 points from 46 games, and a recent form of LDLLL. | Category | Stat | | League Standing | 12th | | Points | 63 | | Recent Form | LDLLL |

The club will look to rebuild for next season, with 15 players currently under contract. Finley Burns, Kamari Doyle, Mark O'Mahony, Will Keane, Ryan Nyambe, and Kadan Young have all returned to their parent clubs after completing their loan spells.