Ballon d'Or winner Fabio Cannavaro appreciates being interviewed for the Everton job.

The 48-year-old was interviewed for the position by majority owner Farhad Moshiri but ultimately understands why he chose to appoint Frank Lampard instead - someone who has been part of English football throughout his life.

"I met the owner [Farhad Moshiri] and he was so clear with me," he told the Telegraph.

"I explained to him my philosophy, my strategy. But of course it's understandable when you have the opportunity to take Lampard who stays [in England], who knows better than me, maybe, the Premier League."

Cannavaro added: "I know I cannot make a mistake now. I need to choose the right club – in England, Italy, Spain.

"Now everyone wants to have big results in a short time so I need to be sure of the club.

"Even if it's a small club, I don't care because I just want to be a coach so I can share my experience. I am really confident I can do a good job."