Reading are set to miss out on rumoured target Semi Ajayi as Hull City close in on signing the free agent.
The 31-year-old departs West Bromwich Albion this month after six years and more than 200 appearances for the Baggies.
Linked with the Royals this summer, the former Rotherham United star had his agent publicly stating that the League One side were interested, but Championship Hull are said to be 'on the cusp' of confirming their second signing of the summer.
New manager Sergej Jakirovic only arrived this month, replacing former Royals chief Ruben Selles.
According to the Hull Daily Mail, Ajayi's arrival at the MKM Stadium is 'imminent.'
This does, however, pave the way for an exit in East Yorkshire, namely defender Matty Jacobs.
The same outlet have stated that the 24-year-old left-back is in piquing interest in Reading, as well as League One rivals Bolton Wanderers, and that a deal could be completed 'early this week.'
The full-back graduated from the Academy in Hull but only made eight league appearances last season.
18-year-old Andre Garcia featured most prominently at left-back for Noel Hunt's side, with Jeriel Dorsett struggling with injury throughout the campaign.
Dorsett is one of the handful of players still weighing up a contract offer from the club ahead of pre-season.
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