The Parramatta Eels have denied coach Brad Arthur’s job is in jeopardy after whispers circulated the club was chasing the out-of-work Shane Flanagan.

Flanagan won a title with the Sharks in 2016 and was most recently working with St George Illawarra. He is also a former Eels first grader.

“If we get to a grand final or win a premiership that’s terrific but Brad’s future is not hanging on it,” Eels chief executive Jim Sarantinos told News Corp.

“I can guarantee there is no benchmark level on the competition ladder in relation to Brad’s future.

“We’re fully invested in Brad. We’d like him to be here well beyond the next two years. If there’s progress, you back your people.”

The Eels have made the finals in three of the last four seasons.