Pitman for Bristol City

Monday 23rd August 2010, 3:00PM BST.

Islander Brett Pitman is likely to sign for Bristol City.

Islander Brett Pitman is likely to sign for Bristol City.

ISLANDER Brett Pitman was due to complete a move from Bournemouth to Championship side Bristol City today.

Just days after his move to Premiership side Blackpool fell through, the 22-year-old was expected to undergo a medical in Bristol this morning which would be the final stage of a deal thought to be worth around £800,000.

The AFC Bournemouth website quoted Cherries manager Eddie Howe’s disappointment at losing the former St Paul’s and First Tower player.

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