Abdisalam Ibrahim released by Manchester City?

Norway Under-21 international Abdisalam Ibrahim has been handed a free transfer by Manchester City, according to a report.

Ibrahim was highly rated at the Etihad Stadium, with the 21-year-old being tipped to make the breakthrough into the first team.

However, according to the Daily Star, Ibrahim has been told that he can leave City following the summer signing of Fernandinho.

Half a dozen clubs are reported to be interested in Ibrahim, with Queens Park Rangers, Newcastle United, Fulham, Crystal Palace, Swansea City and Celtic all believed to be in contention for his signature.