Andy Rinomhota Gets New No. 4 Shirt After Committing Future to Reading

Zimbabwe international Andy Rinomhota will begin the 2026/27 season with a new shirt number after Reading FC confirmed their squad numbers ahead of the new League One campaign.

The Warriors midfielder has been handed the No. 4 shirt, replacing the No. 18 jersey he wore during the previous season after returning to the club.

Rinomhota’s new number comes after he extended his stay with Reading earlier this summer, bringing clarity to his future and allowing him to focus on preparing for another season at the club.

The 28-year-old is expected to remain an important member of manager Leam Richardson’s squad, with his experience and ability in midfield likely to be central to Reading’s plans.

Rinomhota enjoyed a positive pre-season and has impressed during the club’s preparations for the new campaign. His performances have increased expectations that he could play a significant role when competitive action gets underway.

The midfielder brings considerable experience to the Reading squad, having developed through the club’s academy before establishing himself in senior football. His return to Reading last season gave him the opportunity to reconnect with the club where his professional career began.

During the 2025/26 campaign, Rinomhota wore the No. 18 shirt, but he will now take over the No. 4 jersey as Reading prepare for what they hope will be a successful League One campaign.

The new shirt number is another indication of the role Rinomhota is expected to play within the squad. His experience, work rate and ability to operate in midfield make him one of the players Richardson can rely on as Reading look to compete strongly throughout the season.

For Zimbabwe, Rinomhota’s continued involvement at club level is also positive news. The midfielder remains part of the Warriors set-up, and regular football with Reading should keep him in good condition for future international assignments.

Rinomhota will now be looking to translate his encouraging pre-season form into competitive performances once the League One season begins.

Having committed his immediate future to Reading and taken on the No. 4 shirt, the Warriors star will be hoping to make a lasting impact during the 2026/27 campaign.

The new season represents another opportunity for Rinomhota to establish himself as one of Reading’s key midfield figures while continuing to represent Zimbabwe at international level.