time incPublisher Time Inc. is mulling a run at Yahoo!, according to a Bloomberg report.

Telecom and cable giants like Comcast, Verizon and AT&T are expected to be among suitors for the Internet portal.

Bloomberg reported that Citigroup recently made a presentation to Time Inc., which could pursue a tax-free transaction called a Reverse Morris Trust.

Yahoo said this month that its board is exploring "strategic alternatives" as an expected turnaround under CEO Marissa Mayer hasn't materialized. The board has formed an independent committee to explore options and hired investment banks and law firms for the endeavor.

Time Inc. separated as a separate publishing entity from Time Warner in 2014. Its titles include Sports Illustrated, Time and People.