Real Madrid boss Mourinho favours bid for Athletic Bilbao star Llorente

Athletic Bilbao striker Fernando Llorente is a favourite of Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho.

AS says Llorente has been discussed at Real by Mourinho and president Florentino Perez for next season.

Mourinho wants a new striker signed and Llorente has jumped to the top of his shopping list.

Also under consideration are Anderlecht youngster Romelu Lukaku and Werder Bremen's Hugo Almeida.