Here's what Steve Clarke would do if Celtic came calling

This follows Clarke's ambiguous statement regarding his future, sparking speculation about his potential candidacy for the Parkhead role, which will be available in the summer as Martin O'Neill is temporarily at the helm.

Clarke, the Scotland boss, has his contract set to expire after the upcoming World Cup, with no signs of a renewal in place.

He seemed to be either looking for new opportunities or trying to persuade the Scottish Football Association with his comments regarding the interest from clubs.

Given these circumstances, Dickov believes the Scotsman will not hesitate if Celtic approaches him.

Dickov told the Daily Record: "There is no bigger job than Celtic, so if this one came calling, then it surely would be too good to turn down.

"With players in the Scotland squad that he knows, there would already be a good relationship, and he watches plenty of Scottish football, so another big benefit as he knows the League very well.

"So that would be the right move for him, but as mentioned earlier, I believe, to continue as Scotland Head Coach is the one that makes sense."

Last week, Clarke himself contributed to rumours with his open comments about his future.

He gauged his own accomplishments and plans while suggesting that neither the Scottish FA nor any clubs have presented him with a new opportunity.

Clarke said: "Obviously the thing in my head is what do I do next, where do I go next, what's next for me?

"I've qualified for three tournaments out of four. I think that's a pretty decent record.

"Obviously, I'd like to do a little bit better at the tournament this summer, but that's something that we can address when we get out there.

"At the moment I don't really have a choice to make because they haven't put an offer in front of me and none of the club sides have put an offer in front of me either.

"I'm just sitting here talking to you guys, having a good time."