Neil Lennon says he was closely tempted to take former captain Scott Brown to Cyprus in his new function as Omonia Nicosia boss.
However he is handed on an enormous Celtic reunion because it comes too quickly after the 36-year-old and Aberdeen reduce ties this week.
Brown is looking out for his subsequent function after departing the Dons.
Document Sport revealed earlier this week that former Hoops boss Brendan Rodgers has provided an opportunity to affix him at Leicester Metropolis.
And Ange Postecoglou went on file to say there'll at all times be an open door for him again at Parkhead whereas he is in cost.
However Lennon says whereas he thought of calling up his outdated mate the timing is not proper.
Chatting with the Scottish Solar, he mentioned: "I thought of Scott, I’m not going to lie.
"However it was simply the timing of it, me coming right here and Scott leaving his put up at Aberdeen.
"It’s no secret how extremely I regard Broony. He was an exquisite captain for me and I’ve obtained on a regular basis on this planet for him.
"I feel he wants a little bit of time, a little bit of reflection time along with his household and he can see what different alternatives there might be for him.
"It’s in all probability too quickly for him to come back out and do one thing like this anyway, though he’s at all times welcome to go to.
"It might be nice to see Broony if he fancied getting away from all of it.
"For Broony, I hope that folks take away all of the nonsense that’s mentioned about him and what they give thought to him.
"Simply have a look at his profession from a stone-cold standpoint and realise what an absolute legend of the Scottish recreation he's.
“That’s not a time period I take advantage of calmly, however Broony deserves that sort of recognition for what he’s completed within the recreation.
"I undoubtedly suppose I’ll work with him once more someday. Perhaps Broony can do the highest job and I’ll simply sit beside him and make the tea!"