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Reading will make a decision on Gaston Campi at the end of their week in Holland.

The Argentine defender is currently on trial with Royals as he looks to secure a move to England from Racing Club.

And Jaap Stam has been watching the 25-year-old closely as he looks to bolster his defensive options ahead of the new season.

“If he does very well then we can make a decision to see if it’s possible to sign him,” said Royals’ boss.

“He’s a left-footed central defender, he can play left-back as well or midfield. His physique is very good, he’s comfortable on the ball as well.

“So we will see how this week goes and then we’ll see what we will do with him.

“If you look at the squad we need at least one more good central defender. He’s an option, but if we are to go with him I can’t tell you that yet.”

Reports in South America claim that Reading will have to pay around £900,000 to land Campi - who holds a Spanish passport - on loan for the season.

But getreading understands the club believes there is a clause in the defender’s contract which will allow to him to complete a free transfer switch to Madejski Stadium - despite his deal at Racing still having one year remaining,

“Brian (Tevreden) came to me with his name,” said Stam. “Somebody contacted him from Argentina

“I’m not sure if he’s on a free or we have to pay something for him - but I said OK, let him come for a week and then we will see what we can do.”