Reading prepare move for French striker Cedric Bakambu

Reading are lining up a bid for Sochaux striker Cedric Bakambu, according to Sky Sports journalist Pete O’Rourke.

Bakambu is a target for Reading

The 23-year-old has attracted interest from around Europe including the Premier League, attracting interest from the likes of Swansea and Crystal Palace.

But now it appears that injury struck Reading, who have 14 first team players out injured, are interested in the Frenchman, in order to bulk up their striker force with Nigel Adkins telling Get Reading that fans  should expect a ‘busy’ last few days of the transfer window.

Bakambu has 18 goals in 90 appearances for Sochaux.