Man City manager Sven Goran Eriksson has attempted to put an end to all speculation surrounding midfielder Michael Johnson’s future.

“I have heard that same rumour ever since I joined the club last summer and we have still not been contacted by Liverpool,”

“It was only last summer that Michael signed a new contract and we have already said that we will talk about another one when this season is over.” added the Swede, who’s managerial position at Eastlands looks to be under threat.

Despite what Sven says, there are numerous reports stating that Benitez has already tried to lure the £12million-rated Johnson to Anfield on two previous occasions, and will try for a third time in the summer, emphasising our European stature, which will hopefully by then include six European Cups.