Southampton boss Ruben Selles insists he never coveted the job when Ralph Hasenhuttl was in charge.
The Spaniard previously revealed that he has felt ready to be a manager for four years while working as an assistant at various clubs, including Copenhagen, before arriving at St Mary's.
I said when I came that I respected Ralph, I didn't even think," Selles, who is now the youngest manager in England's top-flight, insisted. I know things happen in football.
But in the same way, I stayed in the club when Ralph or Nathan was gone. I could have been out.
"I was very respectful when I came with Ralph but things come in many different situations. I'm happy to be here and helping the club."