German Defense Minister Ursula von der Leyen has announced that an airbase in Jordan shows potential as a replacement for Turkey's Incirlik base.

“There is a lot of potential in this airbase and we were very grateful for a very positive reception and a lot of support,” said Von der Leyen on Saturday on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Jordan.

She noted that the she had inspected the Azraq airbase on Friday, and noted that Germany has not yet decided on removing its troops from Incirlik, but the inspection was needed. "In case we will have to move, we would be prepared."

Last week she announced that her country was seeking a new location to deploy its troops who are part of the US-led coalition allegedly fighting Daesh in Iraq and Syria.

A technician works on a German Tornado jet at the air base in Incirlik, Turkey, January 21, 2016. (Photo by Reuters)
Germany has about 250 military personnel stationed there, flying Tornado surveillance missions over Syria and refueling flights for partner nations.

On Thursday, Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said that German troops were welcome to leave Incirlik if they wanted to. "If they want to leave, let's just say goodbye."