Sven received call from Mexico May 14 2008
Manchester City boss Sven-Goran Eriksson has revealed he has been approached to coach Mexico but insists it is not the right time to make a decision on his future.
Eriksson has been linked with a number of jobs since City owner Thaksin Shinawatra cast doubt over his position, with Benfica topping the list of potential suitors.
The Mexican Football Federation have been on the hunt for a new coach since they sacked Hugo Sanchez in March, and are reportedly after a high profile European coach, having shortlisted Jose Mourinho, Atletico Madrid boss Javier Aguirre and now Eriksson.
"I was called from Mexico," the Swede told Esto newspaper. "My agent is the person who analyses the contract terms.
"I can just say I was contacted. However, it's not the right time to make a decision.
"The Mexico offer is not the first proposal. It is just one more and I will study it with my people.
"I have nothing clear yet. My relationship with Manchester City is still running, we have a tour now (to Thailand) and I will complete commitments. Then I don't know what is going to happen."
The 60-year-old admitted the idea of returning to national team management was tempting.
"Coaching a national team is always attractive, no matter if it is Mexico, England, Sweden or any other," Eriksson said.
"It's a big commitment for any coach. I'm glad to be offered to coach Mexico."
He suspects the latest job offer to come his way may have been down to Blues forward and Mexico international Nery Castillo.
Eriksson said: "Nery is a great guy and I love him. I know he will succeed in England.
"I know the contact from Mexico was possibly thanks to him, but if I decide to coach Mexico or not, it will not depend on Nery. It's a personal decision.
"The Benfica offer is also one more, just one more. The Benfica people are good friends. I have already managed the club and I have good memories."