Watford boss Slavisa Jokanovic has played down claims that Sunderland are showing interest in him.

It is believed that the Black Cats are keen on speaking to the Serbian tactician who has been at the helm at Vicarage Road since October last year.

Jokanovic has the Hornets sitting at the top of the Championship table with two matches remaining and insists he is paying no attention to the Sunderland links.

"I am only thinking about Brighton and not worried about [the speculation]. That is not important and I am happy as Watford coach," he said ahead of Saturday's trip to Brighton & Hove Albion.

"I am concentrated on what is in front of us."