Bianchi to join City: Reggina

Rolando Bianchi is poised to become Sven-Goran Eriksson’s first signing as Manchester City boss after Reggina confirmed they have reached a “preliminary agreement” for the sale of the Italian striker to the Premier League club.

The 24-year-old was the fourth top-scorer in Serie A last season with 18 goals and has been courted by several clubs across Europe.