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It's a rumour that has been in floating around for some time, but now it is looking likely that Daniel James will finally complete his move to Manchester United.

The Swansea youngster was a breakout star in the Championship this season, scoring five goals and assisting 10 as the now Wales international put his name on the map.

His form has seemingly won over Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, with John Percy of the Telegraph reporting that United are close to signing James.

Is the winger worth the hype and the money? Here’s what those in the know think.

Graham Potter – Former Swansea manager

"It's just clear at a football level," was what former Swansea manager Graham Potter had to say via BBC Sport when asked if James can go all the way to the top in the game.

The prospect was electric under Potter for the Swans, particularly in the second half of the season.

James impressed in both the Championship and FA Cup, and the now Brighton manager believes that James doesn’t look a beat out of place alongside some of the world's best.

"He plays alongside Gareth Bale (for Wales) and doesn't look out of place. You look at his attributes and how he influences games at Championship level. He causes teams real, real problems.”

Joe Allen – Stoke City and Wales midfielder

Joe Allen celebrates scoring for Stoke City

Winning praise from your peers is also a positive in sport, especially when it’s from those who play for a rival team. And Joe Allen wasn’t afraid to praise his international teammate when speaking to the Daily Mail.

The Stoke City midfielder claimed James’ performance against the Potters was one of the best he had ever seen as Swansea cruised to a 3-1 win back in April.

Allen said: “There, that was the day that probably sealed the potential Man United move. He scored and got two men sent off and caused carnage all game. It was one of the best individual performances I have ever seen as a fellow player.”

Ryan Giggs – Wales manager

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One figure in the game who has been full of praise for James in recent weeks is Wales manager Ryan Giggs, who has been giddy with excitement on the prospect of seeing how the Swansea star’s career pans out.

The United legend believes that the 21-year-old is ready for the step-up to the Premier League but it's not paramount for him to make the switch this summer.

Giggs said via the Manchester Evening News: "He was fantastic in the last six months for Swansea, putting in devastating performances and I think he can play at any level.

“He could play in the Premier League, but if he stays at Swansea for another year or two years I’d be equally as happy because he’s done so well there.”