Peter Houston has dismissed as "speculation" reports linking him and Scotland manager Craig Levein with a move to Celtic.
Houston, who succeeded Levein as Dundee United boss, insists he has not discussed the prospect of a reunion with his mentor at Parkhead.
Houston said in the Evening Telegraph: "I think what you've got is people putting two and two together, but I can honestly say this is something Craig and I have never talked about."
Despite having been appointed Scotland manager less than five months ago, Levein has been mentioned as a potential successor to Tony Mowbray at Celtic.
But his long-time lieutenant claims to know nothing of the link, which would include him as part of the 45-year-old's backroom team.
"Right now, I am driving south to watch a player for next season and that tells you where my thoughts are," added Houston.
"I am 100% focused on Dundee United and I don't want to make any comment on what is speculation."
The Scottish Football Association also declined to comment when contacted by Press Association Sport.
Source: PA
