Graham Gooch has ruled himself out of the running to become England's new national selector.
Graveney looks likely to retain new position within England set-up
Graham Gooch has ruled himself out of the running to become England's new national selector.
The 54-year-old had put his name in the ring to fill the role which was created following the recommendations of the Schofield Report.
However, he has now decided not to apply due to his other interests, including working as a coach at his former county, Essex.
That means the only person known to have applied is David Graveney, who is currently the chairman of selectors and effectively had to reapply for his position.
Very appealing
"The job is very appealing for someone like me who has a big interest in English cricket and a strong desire to see us succeed at international level," Gooch told the
Mail On Sunday.
"Initially I was interested but, after weighing up all the options, I do feel that whoever does the job will have to devote themselves fully to it, to the exclusion of other interests. Mainly on that basis I'm ruling myself out.
"If I were to be appointed there is no way I could carry continue with the coaching work I do at Essex.
"I feel I've been able to help in the development of Alastair Cook and Ravi Bopara on their road to the England team and that has given me great satisfaction.
"The other issue is that it seemed unclear to me who would actually have the final say over selection."
Applications for the post must be in by Monday and the interviewing process begins on January 7.
Graveney will still be in charge when England announce the one-day and Test squad to tour New Zealand at the start of next year.
