Under-pressure Melbourne City coach Warren Joyce is set to be backed by the club's City Football Group owners and surprisingly be handed a contract extension.
Despite speculation the out-of-contract English manager wouldn't have his deal renewed at season's end, The World Game is reporting the 54-year-old is expected to be given one more campaign to lift City's fortunes.
The English manager has endured a tough season with City - falling out with fans during the tension and subsequent departure of supporter favourite Bruno Fornaroli, while battling their way to a top six position with an often dour style of football.