Manchester City are seeking a new loan club for Chidiebere Nwakali.
The Nigerian defender, 20, has been playing on-loan in Norway with IK Start.
City are now eager for Nwakali to step up to a new level as they seek a fresh loan opportunity for the youngster.
BILD says City have already offered him to Eintracht Frankfurt, but received a negative response.
The U20 international has also been linked with Celtic.