Paolo Di Canio "ready" for Premier League management

Former Swindon Town manager Paolo Di Canio has revealed that he is ready to manage in the Premier League.

The 44-year-old Italian has been linked with the managerial position at Reading following the Royals' sacking of Brian McDermott on Monday.

"I proved in League One and Two that I was the best manager, and I now feel that I am ready for the next level," Di Canio told BBC Sport before the departure of McDermott.

"I believe I am at a stage now where I am a Premier League or Championship manager."

Di Canio left Swindon in February following a dispute with the club over their transfer policy.