Liverpool management is pushing Marko Grujic to leave on-loan.
The Daily Star says Liverpool want Grujic to go out and get more game time.
Jurgen Klopp believes the 22-year-old can compete for a first-team place at Anfield this time next year.
For now, though, Grujic needs minutes in his preferred midfield position.
Cardiff and Middlesbrough have been turned down this summer, while Leeds are prioritising other positions.
A drop down into the Championship is still feasible before the end of the month.