Reading FC protest group Sell Before We Dai has responded to claims that Reading FC Women’s side could face dropping down the football pyramid due to financial concerns.
It has been reported that the team currently has just two players contracted for next season and are working with the Football Association to try and find a solution to help them with their current situation.
Caroline Parker, Sell Before we Dai spokesperson said: “We are gutted that it appears Reading FC Women are the latest casualty of Dai Yongge’s disastrous reign.
“It is not surprising, but it is bitterly disappointing. For the best part of 20 years, Reading FC was ahead of the curve on the women’s game.
“We invested while others ignored; now we’re winding up when everyone else doubles down.
“Although some will say it is the correct business decision for the current circumstances, the truth is it’s another example of a reckless owner trashing our club’s heritage, our once proud family club values and the careers of players and staff, as well as the potential careers of girls in the academy and the surrounding area who aspire to play women’s football.
“This club created memories, won trophies and – in Fran Kirby and Mary Earps – helped raise two Lionesses who brought it home for our country in 2022.
“We hope any new owners see the potential of investing in the women’s game – not just as the right thing to do but also as a long-term growth strategy.”
