Froch is undefeated in 14 contests

However, Magee may decide to bypass Froch and fight for the European crown.

"The only reason he would take that route is to avoid me and prolong his career," said the 27-year-old Froch.

Magee has fought once, a stoppage victory over Neil Linford, since losing his undefeated record to former world champion Robin Reid last June.

Froch is keen to face Magee, saying: "I'd love this fight as my first defence.

"It would be tough, but I'd win it in style. I can promise you I'll knock him out - clean."

And the Nottingham fighter has ridiculed reports that Magee would rather fight for the European crown.

"Fighting for the European title before beating your domestic rivals proves nothing," said Froch.

"Magee's got a mandatory challenge sitting waiting here, so what's with the aversion strategy? Let's just get it on.

"If the rumours are true, Magee is demonstrating everything that's wrong with boxing in the UK.

"I'm surprised he gets any public support. If he swerves this fight, he swerves it because he knows I'll expose him."

Froch is currently in Florida helping stable-mate Howard Eastman prepare for his world title challenge against Bernard Hopkins.

"Just training in the States has given me a real taste of what I can expect in the next few years," Froch continued.

"Howard will be in the form of his life once our trainer Robert McCracken has finished with him.

"This is the biggest fight for at least the last decade for a British fighter and no fight in 2005 will come close."