Houllier remains defiant as job 'hangs by a thread'

LIVERPOOL manager Gerard Houllier last night remained in defiant mood amid growing speculation his job at Anfield is under serious threat.

The club refused to comment on a report in the Liverpool Echo that the Frenchman's job "is hanging by a thread".

According to the report, the club are reviewing Houllier's role and performance over the season and that process could continue until next week.