Reading signs George Earthy to three-year deal from West Ham United
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 7:58 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Reading has completed the signing of George Earthy from West Ham United on a three-year contract. The 21-year-old midfielder has experience from two loan spells at Bristol City, where he made a total of 51 appearances during the 2024/25 and 2025/26 seasons. While showcasing his talents, Earthy scored three goals and provided two assists but faced challenges establishing himself consistently on the pitch. Observers noted his potential to succeed at Reading, although questions linger about his adaptation to the level of play in the Championship.
- •George Earthy joins Reading after two seasons on loan at Bristol City.
- •Earthy scored three goals and made two assists in 51 appearances at Bristol City.
- •Concerns remain over his physicality and ability to impact matches consistently.
- •He is regarded as a clever, mobile attacking midfielder.
- •Earthy is considered a promising prospect despite past challenges.
- 7:58 AMYahoo Sports — View From The Town End: George Earthy
"We asked a Bristol City writer for his take on the Royals’ new signing, who agreed a three-year deal on Wednesday.
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