The 31-year-old’s contract is set to expire at the end of the season and he has found opportunities increasingly limited, with Matija Nastasic and Martin Demichelis frequently picked ahead of the England centre half.
Sportsmail understands manager Manuel Pellegrini yesterday informed Lescott that he will be allowed to leave on loan this month, as the player craves regular first-team football and looks to force his way into the reckoning for England’s World Cup squad in Brazil.
Talks are believed to be underway with Newcastle United, Tottenham Hotspur and French side Monaco.
Monaco may be City’s preferred destination for Lescott, as they would be prepared to pay his full wages, while the others would require a contribution from City to make the deal viable.
It would also mean he wouldn’t be playing for a Premier League rival.
Lescott has played 13 times this season for City, making eight league appearances. He has yet to be booked this term, or score a goal.
Turkish side Besiktas are also monitoring Lescott’s situation.
Written by Steve Miilne
