Ghana defender Andy Yiadom unsure of Reading FC future

Reading FC defender Andy Yiadom is “really grateful” to have won the Player of the Season award, but insists he is yet to make a decision on his future.

The Ghana right-back joined the Royals in 2018 and has made more than 150 appearances in the four seasons since.

A fan favourite, he has appeared 38 times this season as the club staved off relegation to League One despite a transfer embargo and six-point deduction for breaking Profit and Sustainability regulations.

Speaking to the media ahead of the final match of the season away to Luton, which Yiadom will not play in due to a toe injury, he said: “I’m really grateful to have received Player of the Season. It’s a team game and all of the players and staff participate in that.

“I do [believe it was my best season for the club], the first season I came in I did well, there were a few dips in the second season, but this fourth season has been amazing.

“I’ve played the majority if not all of the games, I feel extremely fit and although it’s not the season we all wanted in fighting for the play-offs but what was amazing is that everybody got together when they needed to and kept Reading Football Club in the Championship. That’s the main goal.

“Over the summer I will get some rest and take it from there. I like the club, especially this end of the season, there’s been a great family vibe. I’m going to speak with my family and see what we come up with.

“For me personally I’m looking forward to my dad, mum and sister coming back from Ghana and for us to have a nice meal at the table and discuss my future. It’s a family decision, it’s how I feel also. Ultimately it comes down to me. This is a good bunch of people, and everyone is good. I enjoy my time here.”