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Reading FC Women are pleased to announce the signing of Aleasha Lunn, who joins the Royals ahead of the 2025/26 season.

We welcome the midfielder having previously been under Ed’s guidance at Maidenhead United after signing for the Magpies in the 2023/24 season.

“I am very greatful to be a Royal as it is my home club! The ambition going forwards is very exciting and I am happy to be under the management of Ed & Max once again. I personally can’t wait to be back out playing after being out on an injury the past season. Hopefully I can be back scoring goals and celebrating the small wins with the team! Up the Ding!” – Aleasha Lunn

Aleasha is a former Oxford United player, with a corner kick to marvel over, having made her first team debut for the O’s in December 2021. Her National League experience will be of real value to the Royals.

“Buzzing to get Aleasha in! A big character who’ll drive standards sky high for us this year!” – Ed Jackson-Norris

Welcome to Reading, Aleasha!

Looking forward to seeing what Alesha can do in hoops? Get your season tickets today.

Reading FC Women are pleased to announce the signing of Sarah Thompson, who joins the Royals ahead of the 2025/26 season.

We welcome the defender having previously been under Ed’s guidance at Maidenhead United, she captained the side to their Berks & Bucks Senior Cup win in March 2025.

“I’m buzzing to be returning to my childhood club, one that I have supported since I was a young girl and was fortunate enough to play for in my teens. The team is gelling well together over pre season and I can’t wait for the league to get started. Up The Ding!” – Sarah Thompson

Sarah was a stalwart at Maidenhead United, having joined them in 2019. She’s no stranger to the Royals however, having played in the Academy from 2011 to 2014 before heading off to university and returning back to Berkshire where she spent the 2018/19 season with Woodley United.

“Legend. Huge signing for us! Vital to what we’re building here” – Ed Jackson-Norris

Welcome to Reading, Sarah!

Looking forward to seeing what Sarah can do in hoops? Get your season tickets today.

Reading FC Women are pleased to announce the signing of Bethan Poole, who joins the Royals ahead of the 2025/26 season.

We welcome the left-back having previously been under Ed’s guidance at Maidenhead United, initially in the development squad before making her first team debut off the bench in a 5-0 victory over Keynsham Town in the 2024/25 season.

“I can’t wait to start at Reading where the ambition is endless. Having such a knowledgeable group of coaches and supportive teammates helps to put into perspective the exciting future for the club! The hard work starts now!” – Ava Broke-Smith

Ava’s footballing endeavours began in Somerset where she played on a boys’ team in Bishops Lydeard before moving over to the girls side at the club. She then joined Exeter City before switching Somerset for Berkshire and linking up with Reading’s Development squad. She then headed for M

“The best young player in Berkshire for 24/25 is now a Royal Incredibly exciting player for us and I can’t wait to see what more is to come from Ava!” – Ed Jackson-Norris

Welcome to Reading, Bethan!

Looking forward to seeing what Bethan can do in hoops? Get your season tickets today.