Fernandinho has denied reports he has been offered a role on Pep Guardiola's coaching staff at Manchester City.
The 35-year-old is in the final year of his City contract and has options on the table, including a return to Brazil with Atletico Mineiro.
"I've been focused on Man City," he told TNT Sports'Fred Caldeira. "I know how much my team-mates need me.
"I made a decision to only decide my future when the season is over. I already had an offer, not to be part of Pep's staff, but to be an employee of the club.
"I was flattered, after eight years at Man City and the respect I have gained here, but it is a decision that I put aside."
