The former England and Liverpool star left Parkhead last season after a run of poor results, culminating in the Scottish Cup defeat against minnows Inverness Caledonian coupled with a player revolt.

"I have not had the luxury of turning down job offers, but I do miss football management and I would be very keen to get back into the game if I can," Barnes said.

"I don't know exactly how low I would go, but if a Second or Third Division club had ambition, prospects and the possibility of success, I would think of joining them."

Speaking at the launch of a new 'Kick It Out' and Professional Footballers' Association anti-racism campaign, Barnes admitted his time at Celtic was hindered by the perception that he did not have the experience to succeed.