Former England boss Fabio Capello denies Anzhi Makhachkala meeting

The 65-year-old coach has denied holding a meeting with the Russian outfit, but he still remains favourite for the position after Yuri Krasnozhan left the club

By Luis Mira

Bulgaria v England, Fabio Capello
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Former England coach Fabio Capello has dismissed speculation that he has met with Anzhi Makhachkala officials.

Russian sources claimed on Sunday that Capello had flown to Moscow to begin negotiations with the ambitious Russian club.

"I am simply in Saint-Moritz," he told L'Equipe. "The only appointment I have is next Monday [February 20], in Bologne, to receive an award."

However, speculation that Capello will take over at Anzhi has intensified after Yuri Krasnozhan stepped down as coach on Monday, just two months into the job.

The Italian coach is currently out of work after quitting England last week, following the Football Association's decision to strip John Terry of the national captaincy.

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