The FA have made the following statement regarding to media reports today:

FA Director of Communications Adrian Bevington said: "There is no truth in any suggestion of a problem between Brian Barwick and Sir Trevor Brooking, or a conflict or difference of opinion of any sort in appointing the next England manager.

"It is totally without foundation. It is misleading to the public and grossly unfair on Brian and Sir Trevor, who are going about their work in a completely professional manner.

"It is also absolutely not true that The FA has interviewed Fabio Capello as suggested by a newspaper today. There have been no meetings with potential candidates at this time.

"None of this is helpful at a time when we are doing all we can to ensure we get the right man and the best man for the England job, which is what the fans all want."