Report: Atletico Madrid favourites for Felipe Anderson

Atletico Madrid have reportedly emerged as the favourites to sign Lazio's in-demand midfielder Felipe Anderson this summer.

The 21-year-old, who joined Lazio from Santos in 2013, has scored five times during an impressive campaign to date.

A number of clubs have been linked with a move, but according to Corrierre della Sera, Atletico have already made contact with the player's representatives.

Anderson is only part-owned by Lazio, with third-party group Doyen Sports also holding a 50% stake in the Brazilian.

It is thought that Lazio will strongly repel the interest, but the Italian club are in a precarious position when it comes to the player's future.