Manchester City are ready to release James McAtee for loan.

The midfielder is in need of regular first team football at this stage in his career and City are happy to send him away this season.

Leeds United, Nottingham Forest and Bournemouth are all in contact, as are LaLiga outfit Villarreal.

McAtee, 19, has made six appearances for the Premier League champions and also boasts a Champions League debut.

The Daily Mail says City are seeking to place him elsewhere in a straight loan arrangement.