Newcastle United manager Rafael Benitez has warned Javier Manquillo that he needs to improve in order to fulfill his potential. Newcastle United were widely expected to make a big splash in the transfer market this summer following their promotion into the Premier League but that has not proven to be the case so far. Newcastle have been fairly conservative in the window so far and the Magpies completed another modest signing by acquiring the services of Javier Manquillo from Atletico Madrid recently. Considering the fact that Manquillo had struggled in the Premier League with … [Read more...]
Spanish manager speaks about prospective move to West Ham United
Speaking to the Chronicle, Newcastle United manager Rafael Benitez has gone on to deny claims that he is set to make a move to West Ham United. West Ham United have clearly endured a very difficult start to their campaign so far and as a result, there has been widespread speculation that the Hammers’ hierarchy could well elect to dispense with the services of manager Slaven Bilic. Even before Bilic has departed though, the Daily Mirror have gone on to reveal that West Ham have already begun their search to bring in a replacement for the Croatian manager and claims were made that the … [Read more...]
Liverpool icon back at Anfield
Benítez asiste al Liverpool-Arsenal en Anfield https://t.co/y6wVYYDq4W pic.twitter.com/kkOaeasvfl — Diario SPORT (@sport) January 13, 2016 Former Valencia and Real Madrid manager Rafael Benitez was spotted back at Anfield during Liverpool’s pulsating 3-3 draw against Arsenal in the Premier League on Wednesday night. It is no secret that former Real Madrid boss Rafael Benitez has a special place in his heart for Liverpool and following his recent departure from the Santiago Bernabeu, the 55-year old was spotted back at Anfield where he enjoyed the 3-3 draw between Liverpool and Arsenal on … [Read more...]
Real Madrid identify replacement for Rafael Benitez
Real Madrid are considering installing Zinedine Zidane as the replacement for Rafael Benitez, according to reports from the Marca (as cited by the IBT Times). Many eyebrows were raised when the Real Madrid hierarchy took the decision to appoint Rafael Benitez as the replacement for the controversially sacked Carlo Ancelotti during the summer. Despite his history with Madrid, Benitez was not considered the best choice for the managerial hotseat at the Santiago Bernabeu and the former Liverpool boss has failed to justify his appointment so far. The pressure was heaped upon Benitez following … [Read more...]
Napoli in for Swansea’s Michu
Rafael Benitez could be about to lure Swansea City striker Michu away from South Wales to Napoli on a season-long loan deal. The striker suffered an ankle injury which disrupted much of last season, and has not travelled with the squad for their pre-season tour of the United States. Swansea were reliant on goals from Ivorian striker Wilfried Bony in Michu's absence, and have since further strengthened their attacking line-up by bringing in Marvin Emnes and Bafetimbi Gomis. It now appears as though former Liverpool manager Benitez will offer Michu an escape by bringing him to Italy for a … [Read more...]
Pellegrini in the frame for Chelsea and City jobs
Malaga manager Manuel Pellegrini looks to be heading to the Premier League next season following a meeting between the Jesus Martinez, the Chilean's agent, and Txiki Begiristain, Manchester City's director of football. Pellegrini has expressed his desire to leave in subtle comments throughout the season, keen to avoid causing offence to Malaga fans and players whilst continuing their push for the top four, but has become increasingly frustrated at the ongoing problems with wage payments. After leading Malaga to minutes of a Champions League semi-final, Pellegrini will be a much sought after … [Read more...]
Breaking News: Rafael Benitez Is Sacked By Inter Milan
Rafael Benitez's tenure as Inter Milan manager has come to a swift end as he this evening has been sacked club president Massimo Moratti at the Italian club. Despite recently being crowned World Club Cup champions, a series of poor results has left the treble winners in serious trouble sitting 7th in the Serie A league table, 13 points adrift of rivals AC Milan. Spanish media sources had already speculated that Benitez, 50, was well aware of his imminent sacking and has been holding out for his dismal in order to make sure he receives a huge pay-off. The former Liverpool coach is currently … [Read more...]