Edy Reja: 'Postiga deal close'

Lazio boss Edy Reja has revealed that the Italian outfit are close to completing a deal for Valencia forward Helder Postiga.

Reja confirmed on Tuesday that the Serie A side were nearing a move for the Portuguese international, who is expected to complete his transfer before Friday.

"We've been after Postiga for a week. He's got international experience and can play with [Miroslav] Klose," Reja told reporters at a press conference.

"We were about to finalise the deal [on Monday] night and I'll be particularly happy if Postiga arrives."

Postiga, 31, moved to Valencia from Real Zaragoza in the summer.