Toluca manager Jose Pekerman has moved quickly to hush speculation that he is set to become the next Mexico boss.

The former Argentina tactician has been installed as the early favorite to succeed Hugo Sanchez, who was let go earlier this week.

"At the moment, I am not thinking about being a candidate for the national team coach," insisted Pekerman. "I only think about the job I am doing at Toluca."

"There has been no approach and I would not speak to them while I am here, as I believe no true professional would."