Aberdeen manager Jimmy Thelin was linked to the Sweden national team vacancy on Wednesday, following the departure of Jon Dahl Tomasson.
Thelin, who is from Jönköping, was one of several reported options, with claims of Sweden's interest emerging from SVT Nyheter Jönköping.
Potter made it clear he wants the job.
The reason behind Thelin's link to the vacancy is unclear, whether it was to strengthen his position at Aberdeen or due to genuine interest from Sweden.
Author's summary: Jimmy Thelin linked to Sweden national team job.