Alyssa Milano's ABC pilot nears pickup

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ABC's Romantically Challenged is reportedly close to receiving a series order.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, the pilot, starring Alyssa Milano, may be picked up for 13 episodes.

The comedy, which is being considered for midseason, centres on a thirtysomething man who is torn between his girlfriend (Milano) and his needy best friend.

ABC recently greenlit four new comedies - Cougar Town, Modern Family, The Middle and Hank - which are due to premiere this Fall.