Despite rumored interest in the vacant Louisville job, head coach Jeff Brohm is staying at Purdue, sources told Yahoo Sports' Pat Forde and Pete Thamel.

"This has been a very difficult and emotional decision for me and my family," Brohm said in a statement. "We are extremely happy at Purdue and thankful for the opportunity to lead this program. After intense and thorough discussion, I believe it is important to finish the building process we have begun and honor the commitment I made to our football program, players, and recruits. While going home was very appealing and meaningful to me, the timing was not ideal. I believe that remaining at Purdue is the right thing to do, and I am excited for the challenges ahead.

"I want to thank the University of Louisville and Vince Tyra for reaching out and expressing their interest in me. As a former Cardinal player and coach, I want nothing but the best for the University of Louisville."

Brohm, a Louisville alum, was believed to be the Cardinals' top target to replace Bobby Petrino, who was fired Nov. 11. The head coach reportedly met with the Cardinals' athletic director Tuesday.

The 47-year-old compiled a 13-12 record across two seasons with the Boilermakers. The team won just nine games over the four seasons preceding his arrival.

Purdue reportedly increased Brohm's salary from $4 million a year to as much as $6 million while offering additional incentives to stay.

Meanwhile, Louisville could turn its attention to Appalachian State head coach Scott Satterfield to replace Petrino.