Mourinho had been linked with the England job but ruled himself out of the running, with the suggestion being he had been made an offer by one of Europe's top clubs.

The Rossoneri have struggled for form in Serie A this season and despite winning the Champions League with Milan last May Ancelotti's position is said to be under threat.

But he is adamant his only focus is on leading Milan at the Club World Cup in Japan.

"I'm concentrating on this season right now so I'm not distracted by such rumours," he said.

"Tomorrow, I hope I can proceed as I am right now.

"There was an article in the Italian press about Mourinho, so the club may want Mourinho to be head coach," Ancelotti continued.

"But I have not heard anything from the club that there is an official offer to Mourinho to become coach."

Meanwhile, Milan defender Alessandro Nesta has come out in support of Ancelotti.

"I have been with him many years now and I think I have been able to build up a very good relationship with him," said the World Cup winner.

"It's the same for the other players. He makes us relaxed and confident so all the Milan players want Ancelotti to remain as our coach."