Public will forgive Eriksson if he is successful, says James

DAVID JAMES insists the public are prepared to forgive Sven-Goran Eriksson for talking to other clubs – but only if he is a success as England coach.

James believes Eriksson’s decision to pledge his future to England by signing a two-year contract extension is fundamental to the team’s chances of winning the Euro 2004 finals this summer.

The England goalkeeper accepts Eriksson’s right to listen to offers from other clubs, including not only Chelsea but also, apparently, Real Madrid and Inter Milan.