Time is running out for Patrick Vieira as Genoa manager, according to reports from Italy.
The former Arsenal midfielder's side have won just two of their last 11 matches and sit in 13th position in the Serie A table.
Genoa did, however, pull off a creditable 2-2 draw at title-chasing Napoli on Sunday after which Vieira was evasive when quizzed about his future.
'There is talk of many players or coaches leaving, I am thinking about finishing the season on a positive note,' the 48-year-old said.
'This is the objective now and we have demonstrated it with Milan (a 2-1 home defeat last week) and Napoli.