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Reading Today
By the People, for the People
Reading FC Faces Tough Offseason Decisions on 11 Out-of-Contract Players
Which players should the Royals keep and which should they let go?
Mar. 19, 2026 at 10:33am
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With 11 first-team players out of contract this summer, Reading FC faces some difficult decisions on who to retain and who to release. The article examines the cases for keeping or letting go of several key players, including Jeriel Dorsett, Andy Yiadom, Kelvin Abrefa, Andy Rinomhota, Mamadi Camara, Ben Elliott, Tivonge Rushesha, Michael Stickland, Abraham Kanu, Basil Tuma, and John Ryan.
Why it matters
Reading is in a transitional period, having recently undergone a takeover. Retaining the right mix of experienced veterans and promising young talent will be crucial as the club looks to build for the future. Decisions on these 11 out-of-contract players could have a significant impact on the team's direction and competitiveness next season.
The details
The article goes through each of the 11 out-of-contract players and makes a case for whether Reading should offer them a new deal or let them go. Key factors considered include the players' age, injury history, versatility, recent performances, and the depth at their respective positions. Some players like Dorsett and Abrefa are viewed as having promising futures, while others like Yiadom and Rinomhota have struggled with injuries and playing time.
- The 11 players' contracts expire at the end of the current 2025/26 season.
- The article was published on March 19, 2026, with just over 4 months remaining until the contracts expire.
The players
Jeriel Dorsett
A 23-year-old defender who can play both center-back and left-back, and has already made 132 senior appearances for Reading despite injury concerns.
Andy Yiadom
A veteran right-back who has been with Reading since 2017 and made over 250 appearances, but has lost some of his pace and mobility in recent years.
Kelvin Abrefa
A 22-year-old defender who can play on both the left and right sides, and has become an increasingly important player for Reading over the past few seasons.
Andy Rinomhota
A 28-year-old midfielder who has struggled with injuries and personal issues, limiting him to just one appearance this season.
Mamadi Camara
A 22-year-old midfielder who has fallen out of favor, making his last first-team appearance for Reading on January 1 and now struggling for minutes with the U21s.
What they’re saying
“Despite his injury concerns, I would offer Dorsett a new contract because he is still only 23 and has already mustered up 132 appearances in his senior career.”
— George Allen, Writer
“The reason why I opted for release is Yiadom has lost a touch of pace and does not have the same mobility he had previously in his career.”
— George Allen, Writer
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.
The takeaway
Reading faces a critical offseason in shaping its roster, needing to balance retaining experienced veterans while also investing in promising young talent. The decisions made on these 11 out-of-contract players could have a significant impact on the club's direction and competitiveness in the seasons ahead.
