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Brian McDermott will seal a return to former club Reading over the next 24 hours after agreeing terms with the Royals, according to a report.

Reading are reportedly close to naming Brian McDermott as their new manager after holding successful talks.

The 54-year-old was sacked as Royals boss 32 months ago despite guiding the club to the Premier League during his four years in charge at the Madejski Stadium.

McDermott has since spent time at Leeds United, where he endured a tumultuous time under Massimo Cellino, while also working as a chief scout for former side Arsenal.

It emerged on Wednesday morning that the Englishman had been installed as the favourite to take over at Reading, who have been without a manager since parting company with Steve Clarke last week.

According to The Mirror, a deal is now in place with McDermott and an official announcement could be made at some stage on Thursday afternoon.

Reading are currently 11th in the Championship table after winning just one of their last eight games.

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