The Bundesliga club are expected to demand at least €35 million in positive transfer income as sporting director Markus Krösche reshapes the squad ahead of next season.
According to Sport Bild, Frankfurt’s financial position remains stable thanks to a capital increase introduced last year and the possibility of a major ownership deal involving former investor Stephen Orenstein.
Orenstein is reportedly considering selling his remaining 10.1 per cent stake in the club, which could generate at least €80 million for Frankfurt if an agreement is reached.
Even so, the club are still expected to reduce costs after failing to qualify for European competition.
Defender Nathaniel Brown is now viewed internally as almost certain to leave during the upcoming window. The 22-year-old has attracted growing interest after impressing with his athleticism and versatility this season.
Can Uzun could also depart following Frankfurt’s failure to secure European football. The Turkey international, still only 20, remains one of the club’s most valuable young assets and is expected to draw attention from across Europe.
Frankfurt had hoped qualification for continental competition would help protect the core of the squad.
Instead, Krösche now faces balancing financial pressure with maintaining enough quality to keep the club competitive domestically.
The Bundesliga side have built a reputation for developing young talent before selling at significant profit, with Randal Kolo Muani, Omar Marmoush and Willian Pacho among recent examples.
That model now appears set to continue again this summer.