Capello has not said a word - but the Daily Express has said quite a lot on the subject.
But Barton laughed it off.
Joey Barton: “If it comes, it will be great, an honour and a privilege, but if it doesn’t, I’ve got more pressing matters at this club.
“The most important thing for me is being part of Newcastle’s side. I am enjoying my football and playing in a good team that is winning.
"I am enjoying my football and playing in a good team that is winning.
“It’s for other people to put me where they think I should be. It isn’t for me to say.”