Melbourne City's Uruguayan winger Javier Cabrera wants out of the club so that he can return to his native South America – and former Victory star Marco Rojas could be his replacement.

The departure of the 27-year-old Cabrera may pave the way for City to swoop on Rojas, who is currently clubless after his contract with Danish side Sonderjyske came to an end.

Marco Rojas could be on his way back to the A-League. Credit:Brendan Esposito

City is one of a cluster of A-League clubs – inlcuding rivals Western United – tracking the movements of the 28-year-old New Zealand international who, like Cabrera, plays as an attacking midfielder or wide man.

Erick Mombaerts' side will have an import spot on their roster once a deal to secure Cabrera's release is complete and he has left the club. Rojas would certainly provide the impetus for City in the second half of the season as it tries to close the gap on league leaders Sydney.