Antonio Conte said on 23 October that there are no negotiations at an advanced stage with any club, as he addressed links with Manchester United in an Instagram story. He also rejected reports that he had already made financial demands or asked for full control.
Conte issues Instagram statement
In a statement posted on Instagram, Conte said: "Following recent media reports in Italy and abroad, I feel it is appropriate to clarify my position. My name has been linked with numerous clubs, but there are currently no negotiations at an advanced stage."
In a statement posted on Instagram, Conte said: "Following a wonderful and successful spell in charge of Napoli, I will take the time I need to consider how and when to return to management. It will be a carefully considered decision, one I will make when I believe the conditions are right."
Conte rejects reported demands
In a statement posted on Instagram, Conte said: "I have read reports of financial demands and requests for full control that I have supposedly already made to the clubs mentioned, as well as reservations about what has been described as my ‘strong personality’."
In a statement posted on Instagram, Conte said: "These reports are unfounded, as there is currently no concrete basis for such assessments."
In a statement posted on Instagram, Conte said: "Should a concrete opportunity arise, that will be the time to hold discussions with the club concerned and jointly consider the terms of a potential agreement, with due regard for both parties' needs and the qualities and approach that define my work as a manager."
In a statement posted on Instagram, Conte said: "Until then, any assumptions about my demands and my professional future remain speculation and cannot be treated as fact."
Manchester United links
Conte has been linked with Manchester United. Football Italia reported that La Repubblica claimed Conte had already made several demands to Manchester United, including having a carte blanche on the transfer market.
BBC Sport said La Repubblica claimed on Thursday that Conte had held talks with Manchester United's board about replacing Michael Carrick following the 4-1 defeat against Como on Wednesday.
BBC Sport reported that it understands Conte is keen on the Manchester United job. BBC Sport also reported that sources have told it Manchester United have begun the process of identifying possible replacements.
BBC Sport reported that Eddie Howe, Conte and Julian Nagelsmann are all understood to have their eyes on the Manchester United job.
Hurzeler distances himself
Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler distanced himself from links to Old Trafford. BBC Sport said Hurzeler has a contract with Brighton until 2029 and says he is happy at the club.
Hurzeler said: "I am really focused on my job here. I have no time to think about these rumours because we play every three days."
Hurzeler said: "I have a lot of respect for Michael Carrick. He is a great human being, he is a great personality. Every time we meet each other, we have a really good relationship."