Asda, the supermarket giant owned by the billionaire Issa brothers, has reportedly emerged as the frontrunner in the bid to take over the Co-op Group's petrol stations for £450m.
Talks are being held by the chain as it prepares to move further into the UK's convenience store market, according to Sky News.
The deal could be confirmed as soon as this week although it is reported that other businesses are still interested in putting in bids for the assets.
