AC Milan are weighing up a January move for Nathan Ake to cover defender Simon Kjaer, who is out for the rest of the season with a knee injury.
According to The Sun, the Italian giants have identified the Holland international as a potential target.
But persuading City to let the centre-back leave this month could prove tricky.
City are keen to keep their squad in tact as they battle for the Premier League, Champions League and FA Cup as well as looking to maintain cover against any potential Covid outbreaks.