Real Madrid striker James has decided that Manchester United are the only team he wants to join according to the Daily Star.
Club president Florentino Perez has made it clear at the start of the week that the Colombia international is not for sale.
But the player wants to leave to enjoy regular first-team football ahead of next year's World Cup Finals in Russia.
The 25-year-old scored 11 goals in 33 appearances last season but was left out of the 18-man squad for the Champions League final.
If the Spanish giants sell him, they will do it for no less than £70million.
Manager Jose Mourinho has identified the player as one who could strengthen his offensive department ahead of next season.
The Portuguese is determined to build a squad strong enough to fight for both the English Premier League and Champions League.