Retained! Bolitho, Airey, Fatri and Dench back for the 2025/26 season

Retained! We welcome back a number of squad members for the 2025/26 season having impressed for the Royals in the 2024/25 season. Up first:

Lucy Bolitho

Our 2024/25 'Player of the Season' returns once more with 8 goals in 20 appearances last season, she'll be looking to deliver in front of goal once again.

Poppy Airey

A calm head and a commanding presence, Poppy returns for the Royals.

"Proud to be back for another season with this club. The group’s coming together really well, the energy’s high, and the focus is clear. Looking forward to the challenges ahead and what we can achieve as a team."

Assia Fatri

Assia...dynamic, determined and ready to go again! Welcome back to the Royals!

"Buzzing to be back for another season with Reading FC Women! Last year had its challenges, but I’m coming back stronger and more ready than ever.Thank you to the fans for riding with us — let’s go again!"

Mollie Dench

Solid, composed and reliable, we're delighted defender Mollie is on board for the Royals again.

"I'm excited to be re-signing with the club and I can’t wait to see what the season has in store for us. Big things are coming this season for us."

Welcome back to Reading to you all!

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