Gerard Houllier is backing Fulham boss Roy Hodgson for the Liverpool job.

Houllier ruled himself out of returning to Anfield following the departure of Rafael Benitez but said he would be "delighted" if Liverpool chose bookmakers' favourite Roy Hodgson as their new boss.

"Roy has done very well with an average team at Fulham...and he is used to coaching stars," said Houllier, who admitted he would like to return to the Premier League one day.

"If the right opportunity arises, then yes," he said.