Atletico want Lacazette, Man Utd set to sign Championship star

Atletico Madrid want to sign Alexandre Lacazette whilst Manchester United are closing in on the signing of Championship star Daniel James.

Atletico want Lacazette 

We begin with the back page of The Star which reports that Atletico Madrid are interested in signing Arsenal forward Alexandre Lacazette. Atletico have to replace Antoine Griezmann and they have put his compatriot Lacazette to the top of the list. The former Champions League finalists wanted to sign Lacazette when he was at Lyon and will be interested in again depending on whether or not Arsenal can qualify for next season's Champions League. 

United closing in on James
The Mail report that Manchester United are closing in on signing Swansea City winger Daniel James for a fee of around £10 million. James, 21, has been one of the stars of the season in the Championship and has attracted interest from a host of Premier League clubs. However United are prepared to offer the best package and win the race, with the youngster likely to play out on the right for his new club.

Barca keeping options open
A slightly tentative story that Barcelona are keeping their striking options open despite being linked heavily to Antoine Griezmann. Barca are reportedly favourites but are wary of being burnt by the World Cup winner after the forward pulled out of a deal last summer. To that end Marcus Rashford, Pierre-Emerick Auabmeyang and Lacazette are all under consideration. 

Leeds fear Bielsa exit

The Mail says that Leeds United fear that Marcelo Bielsa will walk away from the club after failing to secure promotion. Bielsa gave an emotional speech to his players after their play-off semi-final defeat to Derby County with most assuming that it meant he was planning to leave. Leeds want to activate the 12-month extension clause in his contract but will still have to sit down with the Argentine to convince him to stay.