Marcelo Bielsa has turned down the chance to manage Everton despite holding positive talks with the club, Sportsmail understands.
The former Leeds United boss emerged as the Toffees' top target to replace Frank Lampard, who was sacked earlier this week following one win from 14 matches, and jetted into London on Thursday for discussions with the club's hierarchy.
Everton had already feared that Bielsa would reject the role over fears about the squad's lack of pace amid their battle against relegation - with the team slipping to 19th place in their turbulent season under Lampard.