Reading owner granted sale extension by EFL amid suspension threat

Dai Yongge given until 22 April to divest interests in clubEFL believes Dai more motivated than previously to sellReading have been granted an extension by the English Football League until 22 April for their owner, Dai Yongge, to sell the club. Reading had been at risk of suspension if they failed to show adequate signs of progress.Dai was disqualified …
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