The Italian tactician has been out of job since leaving Inter at the end of last season.

Pressure is mounting on Bayern coach Jurgen Klinsmann following the Bavarians' Champions League exit at the hands of Barcelona.

Fans booed the former Germany manager in Tuesday's game against Barcelona at Allianz Arena and held aloft banners with 'Klinsmann out' written on them.

German daily Bild reported that Mancini expressed his interest in replacing Klinsmann.

Mancini, who was also linked with Manchester City, led Inter to three Serie A titles but was sacked after failing to make a notable impact in the Champions League.