Gerard Houllier is confident he has the support of Aston Villa's board after defeat to Sunderland sent them into the bottom three.
Supporters chanted 'you're getting sacked in the morning' after Villa were beaten 1-0 at home by Sunderland.
Houllier said: "I spoke to Paul Faulkner and he was very supportive.
"I don't doubt Randy Lerner's firm support and determination. We are in this together for better or worse."
Houllier admitted to being "hurt" by the fans' chants but also understood their frustration.
He said: "I understand the fans' frustration and the players can't complain about the fans because, when we were under the cosh, they were still supporting the team."
