Arsenal must be questioning Reading FC’s transfer choice. Despite off-field concerns, Reading defeated Cambridge United 4-0, widening the relegation margin to seven points.
Reading struggled financially during the January transfer window, resulting in the loss of numerous important players, especially center-backs.
Zane Monlouis, an Arsenal loanee, was a late addition to give depth at center-back, but his lack of playing time calls into doubt the move.
Reading are having a fantastic time on the pitch, despite their off-field difficulties.
It was another rocky week for the Royals, with fans protesting against owner Dai Yongge over the proposed sale of the club’s training field to local rival Wycombe Wanderers.
But Ruben Selles’ side
provided supporters with something to cheer about at the Select Car Leasing Stadium.
Last Saturday’s 4-0 win against Cambridge United increased their lead above the relegation zone to seven points.
The club has had a difficult few months, notably during the January transfer window.
They did add one player, Arsenal centre-back Zane Monlouis, but he has only made one appearance, leading many to wonder why he was signed in the first place.
Reading urgently needed center-back depth following the January fire sale.
