 He ended the 2007–08 season with 24 appearances to his name, but was unable to prevent the "Royals" from being relegated.Speaking in September 2008, Coppell bemoaned the fact that Bikey's international commitments had left him only able to train with the club on six days within a three month period.He scored three goals in 25 Championship games during the 2008–09 campaign as Reading qualified for the play-offs.