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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Ben Fisher

Reading ownership nightmare finally over after Dai Yongge sells club to Rob Couhig

Reading’s Select Car Leasing Stadium, formerly known as the Madejski Stadium
Reading’s Select Car Leasing Stadium, formerly known as the Madejski Stadium, is included in the deal to buy the club. Photograph: Jonathan Brady/PA

Dai Yongge has sold Reading to Rob Couhig, ending the Chinese businessman’s turbulent reign. Couhig, the 76-year-old former Wycombe owner, has acquired the League One club, their stadium and training ground.

The English Football League said it wished Reading and their supporters “a successful future following a difficult period for all associated with the club”. A deal had been agreed for several weeks and has now been ratified by the EFL.

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