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Reading have held talks with Bournemouth over striker Yann Kermorgant.

The 34-year-old frontman scored 17 goals in 42 games for the Cherries last season as they won the Championship title and sealed promotion to the Premier League.

But he has now fallen down the pecking order following an influx of new additions at the Vitality Stadium and has made just 10 appearances, scoring once in a Capital One Cup victory against Hartlepool United.

Discussions are now underway which could see the powerful forward arrive at Madejski Stadium on a permanent basis this month, although the clubs are yet to agree on a fee.

There are several other Championship sides interested in the Frenchman, but he is understood to be keen on a switch to Berkshire.

Speaking at his press conference today , Brian McDermott said he would have no problem bringing in an experienced player this month, as long as he was confident he would make a difference

Royals' boss said: "There is a case for an older head coming in, I’ve done that before. The best example being Jason Roberts. He came in at a time when we were doing well and he added to the mix.

"If there is a player like that who becomes available then I would certainly do that."

Bournemouth signed Kermorgant from Charlton in 2014. He has also played for Leicester City during his time in England.