Reading: July 2008 Archives

Aston Villa are being linked with a move for Reading's Nicky Shorey, who is attracting plenty of interest.

Boro boss Gareth Southgate is reportedly refusing to up his bid for Reading's James Harper despite Lee Cattermole's move to Wigan.

Andre Bikey has admitted he would like to join a Premier League club despite Steve Coppell's hopes of keeping his squad together.

Reading coach Kevin Dillon says the pre-season trip to Sweden is helping banish the memories of last season's relegation.

Steve Coppell has reiterated his claims that he wants to keep his top players at Reading and says only a good offer will see anyone go.

Striker Kevin Doyle says he is happy to stay with Reading despite interest from both West Ham and Sunderland.

Sam Sodje is less than pleased after being informed his Reading career is over and has branded Steve Coppell's decision a 'joke'.

Dundee United have rejected a reported half million pounds bid from Reading for Ireland B striker Noel Hunt.

Reading have told the Premiership clubs showing an interest in their players they have three weeks to move or they are not for sale.

Premier League new-boys Stoke are today expected to smash their transfer record to sign Dave Kitson for £4million from Reading.

Reading manager Steve Coppell expects Stoke target Dave Kitson to take part in the Royals' pre-season game at MK Dons on Saturday.

Bolton may have to look elsewhere in their search for a new midfielder after Reading said James Harper is happy where he is.

Reading boss Steve Coppell says Middlesbrough target James Harper will be happy to stay with the Royals this summer.

Reading midfielder Brynjar Gunnarsson will miss the start of the new season after damaging medial ligaments in his left knee.

Middlesbrough's move for Reading midfielder James Harper has stalled after both sides failed to agree a fee.

Reading manager Steve Coppell has said he is prepared to sell half his squad with Sunderland interested in Stephen Hunt and Kevin Doyle

Bolton have been told by Reading they will have to stump up £4.5million if they want to sign midfielder James Harper.

Reading chairman John Madejski has vowed to lead the club back into the Premier League, so he can find a suitable buyer.

Bolton are still in the hunt to land Reading midfielder James Harper but face competition from Middlesbrough.

Reading boss Steve Coppell has played down the speculation surrounding his players and says most of it is agent driven.

Reading have been hit by the news midfielder Stephen Hunt has admitted he would like to stay in the Premier League.

Fulham and Wigan are both being linked with a strong interest in Reading's £3m-rated striker Dave Kitson.

Reading centre half Ibrahima Sonko says there are no hard feelings towards Steve Coppell about his suspension and fine last season.

Aston Villa are being linked with a move for Reading's Nicky Shorey, who is attracting plenty of interest.

Boro boss Gareth Southgate is reportedly refusing to up his bid for Reading's James Harper despite Lee Cattermole's move to Wigan.

Andre Bikey has admitted he would like to join a Premier League club despite Steve Coppell's hopes of keeping his squad together.

Reading coach Kevin Dillon says the pre-season trip to Sweden is helping banish the memories of last season's relegation.

Steve Coppell has reiterated his claims that he wants to keep his top players at Reading and says only a good offer will see anyone go.

Striker Kevin Doyle says he is happy to stay with Reading despite interest from both West Ham and Sunderland.

Sam Sodje is less than pleased after being informed his Reading career is over and has branded Steve Coppell's decision a 'joke'.

Dundee United have rejected a reported half million pounds bid from Reading for Ireland B striker Noel Hunt.

Reading have told the Premiership clubs showing an interest in their players they have three weeks to move or they are not for sale.

Premier League new-boys Stoke are today expected to smash their transfer record to sign Dave Kitson for £4million from Reading.

Reading manager Steve Coppell expects Stoke target Dave Kitson to take part in the Royals' pre-season game at MK Dons on Saturday.

Bolton may have to look elsewhere in their search for a new midfielder after Reading said James Harper is happy where he is.

Reading boss Steve Coppell says Middlesbrough target James Harper will be happy to stay with the Royals this summer.

Reading midfielder Brynjar Gunnarsson will miss the start of the new season after damaging medial ligaments in his left knee.

Middlesbrough's move for Reading midfielder James Harper has stalled after both sides failed to agree a fee.

Reading manager Steve Coppell has said he is prepared to sell half his squad with Sunderland interested in Stephen Hunt and Kevin Doyle

Bolton have been told by Reading they will have to stump up £4.5million if they want to sign midfielder James Harper.

Reading chairman John Madejski has vowed to lead the club back into the Premier League, so he can find a suitable buyer.

Bolton are still in the hunt to land Reading midfielder James Harper but face competition from Middlesbrough.

Reading boss Steve Coppell has played down the speculation surrounding his players and says most of it is agent driven.

Reading have been hit by the news midfielder Stephen Hunt has admitted he would like to stay in the Premier League.

Fulham and Wigan are both being linked with a strong interest in Reading's £3m-rated striker Dave Kitson.

Reading centre half Ibrahima Sonko says there are no hard feelings towards Steve Coppell about his suspension and fine last season.