Neil Lennon held talks with St Patrick’s Athletic about their vacant managerial position.
But despite the Saints’ interest in luring him to the League of Ireland, Lennon has ruled out taking the job.
It is understood the former Celtic boss was approached earlier this month, just after St Pat’s parted ways with Tim Clancy.
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Lennon has been out of management since he was axed by Cypriot outfit Omonia Nicosia last October.
He is currently in contention for the Olympiacos job in Greece, with reports claiming he is on a three-man shortlist.
And Lennon - who won five SPL titles as Celtic boss - has also been linked with his former club Leicester City, next season.
Jon Daly remains in interim charge of St Pat’s going into tonight’s derby clash away to Shelbourne - and wants the job on a full-time basis.
Clancy’s former assistant has been at the helm for the last three games, overseeing wins against Cork City and Drogheda United before a 3-2 defeat at Shamrock Rovers.
After that defeat in Tallaght, Daly - the former Rangers striker - called on the club for clarity over his position.
