Reading are believed to be winning the race to sign Wayne Bridge.

The former Albion loanee is reported to be close to agreeing a one-year deal at the Madejski Stadium, despite strong and very public interest from QPR boss Harry Redknapp.

Bridge impressed in the Championship with the Seagulls last season.

He is now out of contract at Manchester City, who paid a large percentage of the left-back's wages during his stint at The Amex.