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Former Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers admits he would consider taking a managerial role abroad as he eyes a return to football this summer.

The Northern Irishman, who was sacked by the Reds last October, says he has turned down a number of opportunities since the end of his three-and-a-half year Anfield reign.

Rodgers speaks fluent Spanish and asked about the prospect of moving overseas, he said: “It's something I would consider.

“I've had a few offers since I've been out, to go abroad and also at home.

“But I want to find the time to recover well and ensure the motivation is renewed when I go back in.

“It has to be an exciting project where I can build something.

“Wherever you go, no matter what country, you have to be in with a chance of winning. We went so close at Liverpool. That's something that really drives you.

“I've been spending time with the family and travelling. It's so intense when you are a manager. The spotlight is on you the whole time.

“I had brilliant experience at Liverpool – an incredible football club.

“I wanted to have some time out and then look forward to the next challenge. Hopefully come the summer time I can get back into it.”

Speaking on Sky Sports' Goals on Sunday, Rodgers reflected on his spell with Liverpool which saw him go agonisingly close to clinching the Premier League title in 2013/14.

“I feel very proud to have had the opportunity to be manager of such a great club,” he added,

“Liverpool is one of the great institutions of the world.

“The opportunity to be manager there for over three years was a real privilege for me and I thoroughly enjoyed it.

“You don't realise how big the club is until you are in. Every word you say goes throughout the world. You are under scrutiny like you have never known before.

“It takes you a year to find your feet. The history of the club is unique. The history inspired me.

“It was one of the reasons I went there. I was in a great place at Swansea but when a club like Liverpool comes in for you it's very difficult to say no.”