CONFIMRED - The 2nd final countdown

[WestYorksRoyal]

It's coming out this evening.

No surprises.

In Elm Park Kid we trust

No surprises is a good thing at this point.

But also not a brilliant thing. The best surprise would be that it's done.

[Elm Park Kid]

https://x.com/james_e1871/status/1914732655758680450

"The terms of the deal have been agreed between the club's current owner Mr Dai and the buyer, whose identity must remain confidential at this stage." #readingfc

[Elm Park Kid]

https://www.efl.com/news/2025/april/22/ ... eading-fc/

[katweslowski]

Extension until 5th may granted

[Sutekh]

Extension until 5th may granted

May 5th is a public holiday

Rob arranging wages and tax this week I hope.

[WestYorksRoyal]

If the terms are agreed, why not sign da ting?

[Linden Jones' Tash]

"Earlier today, the EFL Board granted a further extension until Monday 5 May for Mr Dai Yongge to divest his interests in Reading FC, subject to compliance with all other EFL Regulations.

Since our last update on 3 April, further progress has been made in respect of the proposed sale of the Club. As a result, the Board deemed itappropriate to agree to the Club’s request to allow more time for matters to be concluded in accordance with EFL Regulations.

As stated previously the League continues to monitor the Club's immediate cash flow requirements."

[windermereROYAL]

I`ll never get my hopes too high after what`s gone before, but fcuk me this looks encouraging.

[Arnie_Pie]

Made the BBC - https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/ar ... yw5yyzx69o

[Mid Sussex Royal]

I`ll never get my hopes too high after what`s gone before, but fcuk me this looks encouraging.

Same - but we've been here before - until he's signed it its not done.

[WestYorksRoyal]

I`ll never get my hopes too high after what`s gone before, but fcuk me this looks encouraging.

We're almost as close as we were in August.

[windermereROYAL]

I`ll never get my hopes too high after what`s gone before, but fcuk me this looks encouraging.

Same - but we've been here before - until he's signed it its not done.

Well if he doesn`t we`re gone.

[John Madejski's Wallet]

I'd piss myself laughing if Dai agrees to sell to Coughig, who then goes on to fail the FPP test

[Orion1871]

I'd piss myself laughing if Dai agrees to sell to Coughig, who then goes on to fail the FPP test

Yeah would be hilarious

[Linden Jones' Tash]

Reading Football Club can confirm further progress has been made towards the sale of the club, with the transaction including the Select Car Leasing Stadium and Bearwood Park Training Facility. As a result, The EFL has agreed for a further extension until May 5th for the transaction to be completed. 
 
The terms of the deal have been agreed between the club's current owner Mr Dai and the buyer, whose identity must remain confidential at this stage. Both parties will now work to complete the necessary steps to complete the takeover.
 
The buying party will be supporting the club’s immediate financial obligations until the transaction is complete, and as such, day-to-day running of the club will be unaffected.
 
The club would like to thank all supporters, staff, and players for their contribution to the club in recent times. The performance at First Team and Academy level has been outstanding and all attention is on supporting the teams to finish the season strongly.

Further communication regarding next steps will be issued once appropriate.

[SouthDownsRoyal]

I'd piss myself laughing if Dai agrees to sell to Coughig, who then goes on to fail the FPP test

Why?

[Armadillo Roadkill]

I'd piss myself laughing if Dai agrees to sell to Coughig, who then goes on to fail the FPP test

He's already passed it once. Can't imagine that much would have changed.

[Hound]

Most predictable statement there

As everyone expected

[Armadillo Roadkill]

Most predictable statement there

As everyone expected

It was expected, but the longer we had to wait, the more nervous I became.

[Extended-Phenotype]

Anyone else remotely concerned that if we do secure a top 6 finish, Dai will drag this out further to see if we get promoted?