What did Ian Wright say?
Wright expressed his solidarity with Reading supporters, and he revealed his fears for the Royals given that the two previous clubs Yongge has owned are no longer in existence.
“We’re talking about owners who have got previous in this, they’ve had a club dissolved in China, a club in Belgium go bankrupt, the mismanagement is on such a scale,” Wright told ITV Football.
“I’m hearing that their club sponsors are having to come in, club sponsors are just there to try and get the exposure, and they’re coming in, Select Car Leasing, to actually try and save them.
“How do they get to get in this position, the owners, when they’ve got previous form of doing this?
“Reading are the sixth oldest club in the league and they’re going through this, and we might see administration.
“Hopefully it doesn’t happen, but I’m totally with the Reading fans.”
What next for Reading?
It’s encouraging to see Wright speak out about Reading’s condition, and the media coverage of the Eastleigh protests will draw greater attention to the club’s plight.
The Royals could face extra punishments if they return to the EFL’s embargo reporting service, and the late payment of wages is extremely concerning for those behind the scenes.
Reading clearly requires new ownership, and players, staff, and supporters will be hoping that a solution can be found as quickly as possible.
On Wednesday, the Royals will be back in action in the EFL Trophy.
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