Rafael Benitez has sensationally declared his interest in the England job, fuelling rumours of an apparent rift with Liverpool's American owners.
The Spaniard has reportedly clashed with Tom Hicks and George Gillett over transfer budgets and says he is seriously considering going for the England job.
'Maybe I could be Steve McClaren's replacement if I improve my English,' said the 47-year-old.
'I was being serious. You never know what can happen in the future,' he added.
At a press conference on Thursday Benitez was unusually quiet, describing his week as 'not the best' amid rumours Hicks and Gillett had vetoed his plan to sign on-loan Javier Mascherano on a permanent basis.
The former Valencia boss responded to questions on a variety of issues with the stock answer: 'I am focused on training and coaching my team.'
Gillett and Hicks responded by saying transfer business would be discussed when they visit the club next month.
Football Association chief exeutive Bian Barwick will begin the search for a England new coach today following the sacking of Steve McClaren.
And with leading candidates already making themselves unavailable, calling Benitez may be high on his list of priorities.
Martin O'Neill and Sam Allardyce have both distanced themselves from the post while fans' favourite Jose Mourinho is also reported to have ruled himself out.
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