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Oliver Harden 02 Mar 2024
Liverpool told why they’re sleepwalking into crippling Xabi Alonso mistake as agreement nears
Former Liverpool boss Benitez has questioned the club's pursuit of Alonso as Klopp's replacement, drawing a worrying parallel with Steven Gerrard
James Marshment 17 Feb 2024
Alonso has reportedly already made up his mind on the Liverpool job if offered it, with his former mentor Benitez the latest to talk up his credentials
Rob McCarthy 08 Nov 2023
Things could have turned out very differently for Diaz if he had ended up on the other side of Stanley Park six months prior to his switch to the Reds
Harry Watkinson 10 Apr 2023
New favourite for Leicester job emerges as Jesse Marsch talks break down over one key issue
Leicester are now tasked with finding a new manager as soon as possible, with the Foxes currently second-bottom of the Premier League table - two points adrift from safety.
James Marshment 23 Feb 2023
Manager reveals failed Liverpool plan to swap homegrown superstar for La Liga winning captain
One of the most high-profile transfers at Liverpool in recent years could have seen the Merseysiders land an icon of the Spanish game, but sadly it was not to be
James Holland 18 Jan 2023
West Ham chiefs have drawn up a four-man shortlist of potential replacements for David Moyes, including surprising former managers of Liverpool and Spurs
Ben Stewart 05 Oct 2022
Proven Premier League manager rejects Nottingham Forest as Steve Cooper sack fears grow
Steve Cooper is under huge pressure at Nottingham Forest as the club are understood to be actively looking for his replacement
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James Holland 24 May 2022
Rafa Benitez sends Liverpool major warning about key Real Madrid man before Champions League final
Rafa Benitez has been in charge of both Champions League finalists and took Liverpool to the UCL crown back in 2005
Neil Foster 17 Jan 2022
‘Mind-blowing’ decision reveals core Everton problems beyond Benitez fiasco
One man feels the club hierarchy needs to take a long hard look at themselves after the latest debacle.
Neil Foster 28 Dec 2021
Man Utd draw takes its toll on Newcastle as Everton have third straight clash postponed
The Magpies cannot field a side for this week's Goodison Park clash and the Toffees wait for their next game continues.
James Marshment 15 Dec 2021
Everton ‘make contact’ with legendary figure amid Rafa Benitez sack claims
Benitez's time in charge at Everton could soon be over, as per the latest reports, with a club legend seemingly next in line
Neil Foster 05 Dec 2021
Mixed messages cloud Benitez future as surprising new Everton managerial target emerges
The Spaniard is looking over his shoulder and another name has been added to the list of possible replacements.
Neil Foster 03 Dec 2021
Everton crisis deepens as Kenwright summons bigwigs for Benitez decision
Time may be running out for the former Newcastle manager after a dreadful run of results.
Neil Foster 20 Nov 2021
Star man urged to pick up Everton slack and placate growing Benitez unrest
These are tough times at the club and it will need a special effort by the top stars to turn things around.
Neil Foster 10 Oct 2021
Southall names one ‘immense’ Benitez change behind Everton success
The jury may still be out on the new boss but he has done most things right to date.
Dan Burnham 29 Aug 2021
Warning shot fired at Everton star; Benitez shares view on his welcome
Everton have enjoyed a great start to life under Rafa Benitez with seven points from nine and the Spaniard is saying all the right things
Dan Burnham 28 Aug 2021
Rafa Benitez puts Richarlison in his place after Everton penalty argument
Everton were convincing in their win against Brighton but it didn't come without controversy after a dispute ensued thanks to Richarlison
Rob McCarthy 24 Aug 2021
Benitez sends message to Moise Kean after red card in Carabao Cup win
Andros Townsend fired the Toffees into the next round after they overcame the straight red card shown to Kean to beat Huddersfield 2-1.
Dan Burnham 21 Aug 2021
Benitez cites key stat behind Leeds draw to give Everton fans perspective
The Toffees boss was very pleased with his side's performance at Elland Road and explained why their fans should be pleased with a point
Dan Burnham 14 Aug 2021
Benitez declares stance on Everton fans and reveals decisive tactical shift
The Spaniard has had his say on the Toffees supporters after he got off to a winning start at Goodison Park
James Marshment 17 Jul 2021
Benitez agrees first signing for Everton as pundit tears into Toffees fans
Benitez identified the issue as a matter of urgency for Everton and now has a deal in place to make him his first signing at Goodison
Rob McCarthy 11 Jul 2021
Rafa risks wrath of Newcastle fans in £50m Everton raid for Toon talisman
Former Liverpool chief Benitez has already caused one major stir, after his recent controversial switch to Goodison Park.
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Neil Foster 04 Jul 2021
Dalglish delivers Benitez Everton verdict in face of mounting Liverpool anger
The jury is out on the Spanish coach's decision but one man who knows the city well has had his say.
Sam Charlton 13 Jun 2021
Pundit rants over surprise Benitez links as Everton continue manager hunt
The former Liverpool boss is being linked with a potential move to Goodison after Carlo Ancelotti walked away
Matthew Briggs 10 Jun 2021
Shock Everton boss plan, as Moshiri lines up talks for ex-Liverpool chief
It appears Everton owner Farhad Moshiri now has his eye on one man to succeed Carlo Ancelotti
Samuel Bannister 14 Apr 2021
Benitez names player key to Liverpool plan to overturn Real Madrid deficit
The former Reds manager knows a thing or two about comebacks in the Champions League and has told them how to approach Wednesday's battle
James Marshment 23 Jan 2021
Rafa Benitez back on market as Covid is blamed on Chinese exit
The Spaniard moved to China in July 2019 after his contract at Newcastle expired - but the former Liverpool boss is now back on the market
Matthew Briggs 19 Nov 2020
Benitez explains why Klopp’s five-subs idea does not work
Rafa does not agree with Jurgen on the five substitutions proposal
Rob McCarthy 12 Nov 2020
EXCLUSIVE: Benitez major contender to take up big European job
Benitez still feels he has a lot of offer the European game and wants the chance to challenge at the very top again.
Matthew Briggs 25 May 2020
Rafa Benitez targets England duo in sensational Newcastle return
Rafa Benitez wants to return to Newcastle under new Saudi Arabian-backed ownership and has targeted two England players to bring with him