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Reading manager Leam Richardson will be demanding of the club's owners in the summer transfer window. He aims to strengthen the squad for a promotion push, after a 12th-placed finish in League One with 63 points from 46 games.
What are the expectations?
Richardson told BBC Radio Berkshire that he will push the ownership to make key signings. He believes the squad needs reinforcements to live up to the high expectations.
What does the manager say?
"I'll certainly be demanding as Rob Couhig knows the expectations are very high," Richardson said. He added that the club's progress will depend on the level of players they have.
What's next for Reading?
The transfer window opens on June 15, and Richardson hopes to make significant signings. He wants to push for a return to the second tier, after a strong recruitment drive and pre-season.
| Category | Stat |
|---|---|
| League Standing | 12th in League One |
| Points | 63 |
| Recent Form | LDLLL |
| Goals Scored | 64 |
| Goals Conceded | 60 |
The Royals will look to improve on their recent form, which has seen them lose their last two games, including a 0-1 defeat to Blackpool on May 2, 2026.
