Jorvan Vieira has told Reuters news agency in Thailand that Australia is one of two countries to contact him since his decision to step down as coach of the Iraqi side.

The Brazilian says he spoke with representatives of both Australia and South Korea on Monday, less than 24 hours after Iraq's 1-0 victory over hot favourites Saudi Arabia in Jakarta.

He revealed: “I spoke on the telephone with representatives of Australia and South Korea asking me if I was interested.

“It's still very early. First, I need a holiday before I decide what to do," he said during a brief stopover in Bangkok.

Vieira’s name is the latest to be added to an-ever growing list of potential successors to Arnold.

His ability to unite the Iraqi team despite player bust-ups and rival religions, plus his ability to train them to championship level in just a matter of months has impressed everyone.

But Dick Advocaat, Gerard Houllier, Leo Beenhakker and Jurgen Klinsmann are among those who have also been linked with the Socceroos’ post.

Australian football bosses have targeted an experienced figure to help guide the country to the 2010 World Cup finals in South Africa.

Younis Mahmoud 71st-minute header in Sunday's final triggered celebrations in war-torn Iraq but Vieira has decided the time is right to move on.

The 54-year-old says he has also been approached by the Moroccan national team, with whom he was assistant coach during the 1986 World Cup when they reached the second round as group winners ahead of England, Portugal and Poland.

He said he was only interested in national teams since it was too close to the new season to take over a club side.

"Clubs are already preparing for their season, I would have to wait months before I can make any impact and there would be too many problems," Vieira said.

"With a national team, I have time to work, get to know the players and prepare to get the right system and right team."

As for South Korea, it also needs a new coach following Dutchman Pim Verbeek’s decision to quit after leading the country to third place in the Asian Cup.