Borussia Dortmund passed on signing Chelsea fullback Ben Chilwell over the summer.
Sky Deutschland says Dortmund were offered the opportunity to sign the left-back.
However, after internal discussions, they chose to turn down the opportunity.
Dortmund are said to be looking for a new left-back - but Chilwell isn't the type they're seeking.
It was recently reported that Napoli are considering trying to sign Chilwell, with a January move considered.