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Aston Villa should try to gazump Leeds United in £5m chase for Swansea City’s Dan James

Aston Villa could be in the hunt for a new winger this month after Yannick Bolasie terminated his loan spell and returned to Everton.

Bolasie’s sudden departure leaves Dean Smith with limited options out wide; Albert Adomah, Anwar El Ghazi and recently recalled Andre Green are competing for spots.

But Smith could try to sign a new winger this month to ensure his squad is well-equipped to make a late surge for the play-offs.

, Swansea City value young winger Dan James at £5m. This is a deal that should be interesting Aston Villa this month.

Leeds United are chasing the once-capped Wales international, who is enjoying a successful season at The Liberty Stadium.

In 17 league games, James has scored once and set up three assists for team-mates, earning him admiration from Marcelo Bielsa.

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 has confirmed that a Leeds bid is imminent but Aston Villa should make a late swoop for James.

The 21-year-old fits the bill as a young and exciting winger with the potential to establish himself as a first-team star.

James would immediately bolster Smith’s options and if he fulfils his potential, £5m could be a snip.

With Bolasie no longer at the club, James would be a perfect replacement at Aston Villa.