Leicester City have denied reports manager Nigel Pearson is set to be sacked.

Following reports of Pearson being dismissed earlier in the day, Leicester issued a statement to say he remained in charge.

The statement, published on the club's official website, read: "Leicester City Football Club would like to clarify its position relative to its manager, Nigel Pearson.

"Contrary to media speculation on Sunday evening, Nigel remains the club's first team manager. Reports to the contrary are inaccurate and without foundation.

"Nigel, his staff and the first team squad are entirely focused on Tuesday night's trip to Arsenal and our continued efforts to secure our position in the Barclays Premier League."