Reading Statement on Leroy Lita

Last updated : 31 August 2006 By Angus Muller
www.readingfc.co.uk

Director Of Football Nick Hammond has confirmed that he and Leroy Lita travelled to Bristol on Wednesday morning for the player to speak to Avon & Somerset Police with regard to an alleged incident at the weekend.

As this is an ongoing matter neither the club nor the player will make any further comment on the incident at this stage.

Steve Coppell

"Personally I am very disappointed. I have to ask what he was doing in Bristol.

"The players had five hours travelling back from Wigan and wouldn't have arrived in Reading until 11pm. He's then driven another hour and a half to get to Bristol.

"I don't have all the details yet, but it could have an affect on my team selection. I will be speaking with Leroy on Thursday."