Former USA coach Jurgen Klinsmann has cooled talk of interest in the Sunderland job.

The 52-year-old German, who has been out of football since being sacked by the United States in November, had been linked with the vacancy at the Stadium of Light.

In a post on his Facebook account, Klinsmann wrote: "Had a blast last night at STYX concert at the beautiful Greek Theatre in L.A. What a fantastic venue!

"On another front: no truth on rumours coaching Sunderland FC in the near future."

The relegated Black Cats have been without a manager since David Moyes parted company with the club five weeks ago.