David Moyes says he would consider managing Scotland at some stage of his career but right now his focus is on helping Sunderland avoid Premier League relegation.

Moyes was appointed as Sam Allardyce’s successor at the Stadium of Light this summer, with the Scot returning to Premier League management for the first time since being sacked by Manchester United in 2014.

The 53-year-old has found life difficult so far and the Black Cats are struggling at the bottom end of the table, yet to taste success in the league this season.

A big improvement will be needed if the north-east outfit are to stave off relegation once again, with the club second favourites at 1.75 to go down.

Moyes may be working hard to get Sunderland out of their current sticky predicament but thoughts about a stint in international management have recently cropped up.

The former centre-back, whose national team experience ended in Scotland Under-18s as a player, has spoken of his desire to take charge of his homeland.

“I’d never say never in the future,” Moyes said. “Never say never to managing Scotland. It’s always something which I would definitely keep open.”

However, Moyes has also given his full backing to under-fire Scotland boss Gordon Strachan, who could be facing the axe if a positive result is not picked up against England next month.

The Scots, who are massive 751.00 outsiders to win the 2018 World Cup, are currently fourth in qualifying Group F after picking up four points from their three games.

Scotland are 21.00 to top the standings whilst England, currently under the guidance of interim boss Gareth Southgate, are firm 1.13 favourites.