READING FC manager Ruben Selles has urged fans to stick with his team ahead of the new League One season.
The Royals have faced several hurdles throughout the summer which has led to complications with transfers and has led to fans forming protest group ‘Sell Before We Dai’ to urge Dai Yongge to sell the club.
The fans plan to protest following the final whistle in Reading’s opening match against Peterborough on Saturday.
“I will always respect the fans, they will always have an opinion on the club of their lives,” said Selles.
“They have the right to do it. They were here before us and for sure will be here after me.
“It’s the club they love and have passion for and if they are not happy with the situation, that’s the way for them to express that. It’s their choice and I understand all of the passion.
“If I pushed a bit after the Swansea game it’s because I needed things to be done from inside to outside. Everybody can read after the game what was the situation.
“I come here to be Reading manager, I am honoured to be Reading manager, I want to give identity to the team.
“I don’t know the future, maybe the club will decide to change at some point but in my plans it’s not to go anywhere and to try and make the best of this football club.”
Selles reiterated that the club’s situation has improved over the last few days which has allowed him to add to his squad.
He continued: “Stay with us. Let’s enjoy the games. Put in some good performances and find a team that they can be proud of. My message is stay with us and let’s have fun together.
“We are ready to compete and the situation is much better than it was last week.
“I expect to see a good performance to set the standard for the rest of the season.”
