Laurent Blanc has explained why he turned down the advances of the US national team – and why he is unlikely to go back into international football.
The former Paris Saint-Germain coach led France from 2010 until 2012 but has been out of work since leaving the capital side in 2016, having taken charge in 2013.
The US approached him about taking over the running of the side following the resignation of Bruce Arena in October, but Blanc, whose playing career included spells at the likes of Barcelona and Manchester United, said it was not the role for him.