Former Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has suggested that he may be a contender to take over from Fabio Capello as England boss.

The Spaniard, who lives in England, has been out of work since departing Inter Milan last season.

While a move to a Premier League club appears to be at the top of the list for Benitez, the 51-year-old hasn't ruled out a job at international level.

When asked by Sky Sports News if he would be interested in the Three Lions job, Benitez said: "I have to be careful with the answer. I have been asked about the big jobs and they are always a challenge for any manager.

"We have to wait. I prefer not to say too much, but I have some experience and am around in England, happy here.

"I have some knowledge of the country and the league and the players and that is good always."

Current England boss Capello is expected to step down after Euro 2012.