Swansea City boss Bob Bradley has cooled talk of a move for DC United defender Steve Birnbaum.

The 25-year-old American was linked with a short-term move to the Premier League club.

"I know Steve pretty well, although I've never coached him," said the Swansea manager.

"He came into the league at DC United, he has done pretty well there and has then been called in at various times to the US national team.

"There's been no contact from me at this point with Steve. I know that there's been speculation at times in the last year or so that he was considering opportunities outside MLS.

"I don't know where he stands. It's like any situation around the world. You have players in MLS who at a certain point are getting to the end of their contract and then there's rumours about that.

"I know him but he's not been a player we've had contact with or put on any kind of shortlist.

"It's a big step. Is he ready for the Premier League? I'm not sure."