Prospective new Reading FC owner visits Purple Turtle bar

Prospective new Reading owner delights supporters with Purple Turtle visit <i>(Image: James Earnshaw)</i>
Prospective new Reading owner delights supporters with Purple Turtle visit (Image: James Earnshaw)
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Prospective new Reading owner delighted supporters with an imprompteu visit to the popular Purple Turtle bar in the town centre.

The 75-year-old former Wycombe Wanderers chief has spent almost three months trying to secure a deal to rid the Royals of Dai Yongge, a seven-year reign which has brought relegation, points deductions and transfer embargoes.

A deal was expected to be completed last month and Couhig has been a regular at Reading matches since the beginning of the season.

However, a series of snags set the expected completion date back.

Still without confirming a deal, Couhig put out a social media message from the Purple Turtle on Castle Street.

"Trying to get some business done," he said. "The good news is I have found a quiet spot."

Still unknown exactly what the hold up is and when the club can expect to confirm a deal, the Royals don't return to action on the pitch until September 14 against Leyton Orient. 

Former Wycombe Wanderers captain Joe Jacobson was with Couhig amid rumours of the Welshman having a role at the club.

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