Even though Les Gones are set to wrap up a record sixth consecutive French title in the next few days, Houllier's future at the Stade Gerland continues to spark debate.

But rumours of dressing-room problems with star players have been labelled "unsubstantiated allegations" by Aulas, who insists Houllier will remain as Lyon coach.

"He will still be at the club next season. He is staying," he said. "What I am saying is the reality. He has a contract."

And Aulas claims the two have already began planning their recruitment policy for the 2007/08 campaign.

"We have already spoken about next season with him," he added in L'Equipe. "We know who is going to go; we know who is going to come.

"Some are going to go not because we are not happy with them, but because it is the strategy of the club to let some players go when their form and their fame is at its height.

"Also, the crowd love a team that is rebuilding."

Centre-half Claudio Cacapa has already confirmed he will be leaving in the summer, while France international left-back Eric Abidal on Thursday revealed his desire to try his luck at another European club.

There has also been speculation over the future of goalkeeper Gregory Coupet and midfield players Juninho and Alou Diarra at the Stade Gerland.

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