Eriksson: No problems with Thaksin

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The former Thai Prime Minister this week stated there would be a review of the club at the end of the season and that led to speculation Eriksson's job could be on the line.

Speaking ahead of Sunday's Barclays Premier League home match against Portsmouth, Eriksson said: "It would have been better if he had not said what he did at this moment. But it [his remarks] is out there. If that is his opinion, it is okay. It is not a big problem for me. I will do the job as if those things had not been said."

Thaksin's unexpected outburst came after a dip in form by the team but curiously following a victory at Sunderland, which reignited their slim hopes of a European place.

Asked if he will be seeking assurances about his role, the former England boss said: "I already have assurances. I have a contract, so there is nothing to discuss about my situation.

"There is always pressure - that is why you want jobs in football. I like it.

"I had one year off (after England) and there was no pressure at all. That was absolutely awful."

While City will be facing the FA Cup finalists at Eastlands, Thaksin will remain in Thailand.

However he is due to arrive the following weekend when he will hold talks with Eriksson, presumably about the way forward for the club.