The downfall of Reading

This writer provides an interesting in depth look at how Reading lost their status as fianancial paragons. Under John Madejski they had a distinct identity and character which differentiated them from other clubs. What happened is an object lesson in how one rogue owner can unsettle a club.

This writer provides an interesting in depth look at how Reading lost their status as fianancial paragons. Under John Madejski they had a distinct identity and character which differentiated them from other clubs. What happened is an object lesson in how one rogue owner can unsettle a club.

The article argues that fans’ expectations will have to be managed.   However, getting fans to acknowledge financial realities and how that constrains a club is a difficult task.   They naturally expect success on the pitch and if they don’t get it, they look for someone to blame.