Stoke City star Ryan Shawcross is being lined up to finish his career in Major League Soccer in the United States.
And central defender Shawcross, who has made just one start this season, has been told he can leave with Stoke manager Michael O'Neill's blessing.
"It's come at a good time in his career," O'Neill told BBC Radio Stoke.
"This is a great opportunity for him.
"He's had a fantastic career here and given his all for Stoke City.
"But he wants to explore opportunities and, if that is to see out his career in the MLS, then I give him my blessing.