Rafael Benitez was reluctant to address his long-term Newcastle future after a 2-0 win over relegation rivals Burnley on Tuesday.
The Magpies secured a fourth successive home win to move seven points clear of the bottom three.
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The Spaniard was heavily linked with the Leicester vacancy, which has since been filled by former Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers.
But Benitez, who has previously complained over a lack of transfer funds on Tyneside, is only under contract at St James’ Park until the end of the season.
“I said before the game I’m focused on the game,” he told BT Sport. “After the game I’m focused on the West Ham game (on Saturday).
“It’s a situation we have to manage. We have to show ambition and show we want to be a top side in the Premier League.
“I was talking with (Newcastle owner) Mike Ashley, with (managing director) Lee Charnley, so they know what I think. We have to ensure we have a project.
“Hopefully everything will be fine. At the moment it’s just about enjoying the game and trying to prepare for the next one.”