Eriksson plans ahead

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Owner Thaksin Shinawatra this week expressed his frustration at the team's recent form and said he will conduct a review of the club at the end of the season.

But Eriksson insists he is only interested in improving his team on the field and said: "We need to invest more money on players - that is part of the project. If we do that, it will be fantastic as we all want success. Everyone is looking forward to that happening and I am sure we will be better next season."

He added: "This is a new team, a young team and you can see signs already these players are capable of winning trophies in the future.

"It is my job to concentrate on the team and the players to make sure we win games.

"Dr Thaksin thinks this side will be better next season. He also thinks he and the people around him will be better as they will understand football better."

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."