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Jose Gomes to be appointed Reading boss on Saturday

Jose Gomes says he feels loyalty to Rio Ave after they welcomed him 'with open arms'

Jose Gomes will sign a contract to become the new Reading manager later on Saturday, Sky Sports News understands.

The 48-year old took charge of Portuguese side Rio Ave for the last time on Wednesday, in which they lost to Sporting Lisbon in the Portuguese Cup.

Gomes has been the favourite for the role at the Madejski Stadium after the Royals failed to reach an agreement with another Portuguese side Vitoria de Guimaraes for their boss Luis Castro.

Reading have been on the hunt for a new manager after sacking Paul Clement two weeks ago.

U23 coach Scott Marshall was put in temporary charge and he takes the team against Middlesbrough on Saturday, having overseen a 2-0 defeat to Sheffield United and a 1-1 draw with Rotherham.

Gomes, who leaves Rio Ave sixth in the Primeira, is an experienced coach who has worked at Porto and Benfica, as well as taking charge of Pacos de Ferreira, Desportivo das Aves, Leixoes, Uniao de Leiria and Moreirense for varying periods.

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The 48-year-old returned to Portuguese football with Rio Ave in the summer after a spell in Saudi Arabia with Al Taawon.

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