Udinese president Giampaolo Pozzo insists coach Pasquale Marino will remain in charge next season.

"Marino is confirmed for next season," Pozzo wrote on the club's official website.

"I am hoping that these words of confidence will put an end to the voices regarding the future of our Coach.

"We have faith in every member of the coaching team. This is the last time that I will reiterate our belief in Marino.

"I don't want to waste time with continual denials and statements when we just need to focus on 2009-10."