‘No approach’ for Markus Babbel, say Millwall

Millwall today denied that Markus Babbel is set to take over as manager.

Reports this morning suggested that the former Germany and Liverpool defender (above) would replace Kenny Jackett but no approach has been made.

Millwall have drawn up a shortlist of candidates but have not interviewed anyone about the vacant position following Jackett’s resignation earlier this month.

American owner John Berylson is flying in from Boston to oversee the interview process, which is due to start tomorrow and last for around 10 days. Millwall will not rush a decision and an appointment is not expected until next month.

Babbel, who won the League Cup, FA Cup and UEFA Cup with Liverpool in 2001, has been out of work since being sacked by Hoffenheim in December.

The 40-year-old led Stuttgart to the Champions League in his first managerial job and got Hertha Berlin promoted to the Bundesliga in 2011.