See you on Wednesday.. Rafa Benitez fell out with a number of players during his time with Liverpool, leading to many leaving the club, Follow the latest transfer news and more with our LFC newsletter. "When the coach says nothing to you and you are well, with no physical problems and training well, you cannot help but think it must be something personal. Bentez also gave new life to existing Liverpool players, transforming Jamie Carragher from a utility player to one of Europe's top centre backs alongside Sami Hyypi. His mother is Rosario Maudes. Real later played Cdiz in the Copa del Rey round of 32, winning away 31 in the first leg. "There are many examples of him treating me badly. 8m ESPN. "He thinks he's in charge and everything else falls on deaf ears. Claiming Liverpool were sinking ship under Benitez in March 2010, he said: "I've been here two years and I know how he (Benitez) is. [18], In the Champions League, however, Liverpool fared differently. On two occasions early last season, against Fulham and Lyon, the fans booed when I was subbed. They thought I was playing well but Benitez told me he was surprised the fans booed because I was not good enough. Riera would later blame the media for the breakdown in his relationship with Benitez when speaking to Anfield HQ in 2016. At first, I thought maybe he was going actually coming to justify his decision to leave me out. The young Dutchman enjoyed an impressive first season at Anfield under Benitez, but would later find himself often out of favour under the Spaniard as his starting opportunities in the following years. Eight of the side's remaining 10 away matches are against teams below them in the table, which should offer some decent opportunities to counter-attack from midfield. Making 52 appearances in 2006/07, that dropped to 25 in 2007/08 while he was frozen out in 2008/09 altogether, featuring just four times and making only two Premier League starts before being sent on loan to Portsmouth. Benitez did far more. That's when Chelsea made an offer and the deal was done before Benitez left. There's some speculation about what might have been said at half-time to spark a much better second half - collectively, and from certain individuals. I got more and more frustrated with him until transfer deadline day when I finally boiled over. Not quite fitting into the Reds favoured system, failing to forge a successful partnership with Fernando Torres and not being suited to lead the line when the Spaniard was injured all contributed to his premature departure. That was why, when Pako Ayestarn (his assistant) went, they had a parting of the ways and things started to go downhill a bit.". I know everyone working there will be a lot happier and I believe Roy Hodgson is a good choice. On 4 January 2016, Bentez's contract was terminated following allegations of unpopularity with supporters, displeasure with players and a failure to get good results against top sides. A lot of people at Liverpool treated me well and asked me to stay, but I could not turn down such a massive club as Chelsea. The Reds moved to six points adrift of fourth place after a 2-0 victory over Newcastle United. Rafa Benitez spent six years at Liverpool before a shorter stint as Everton manager (PA) Rafa Benitez has admitted that he has split loyalties ahead of the Merseyside derby, refusing to. Rafa Benitez's team lost 1-0 on both occasions to a Spurs XI each time . Liverpool FC today confirmed that Rafael Benitez is to leave the club by mutual consent. But after being sent off in a Champions League clash with Porto in September 2007 and suffering an injury against Besiktas, his fortunes turned and he fell down the pecking order after being unable to regain his place or recapture his earlier form. In 1997, he joined another Segunda Divisin side, Extremadura, and this time led them to promotion, finishing second in the table behind Alavs after winning 23 out of 42 games. [102][103] Real Madrid remained unbeaten in the league until a 32 loss at Sevilla in the 11th matchday. But it was Liverpool Football Club. "I think he was the wrong manager at the wrong time for me. Three days before the transfer window closed I went in to see him again Relax, Jerzy, theres still time, but we want a permanent deal, but Meier was telling me that Rafa was still refusing to take his calls! "I was furious with him, absolutely fuming, and in my head I could hear a devilish voice saying punch him in the face punch him in the face and hell let you go to Germany. Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez has issued an apology of behalf of Djibril Cisse following his controversial behaviour at Newcastle on Sunday. I dont want to blame the coach for me not having the ultimate career at Liverpool but I felt it could have been closer in terms of guidance and support.". With this team, he won two league titles in 1987 and 1989. [ VIDEO: PST unfiltered - EURO 2020 impressions; Sancho to Man United? ] Despite this win, Chelsea failed to progress beyond the group stage of the competition. Considering Liverpool were working on a limited budget when Benitez first took over as manager in the summer of 2004, its inevitable that he would have to force some players out to help raise funds for his own signings. Again, it was another case of Benitez controversially deciding a players time at Liverpool were up, with reputation and price-tag making no difference to his decision. Benitez swapped Liverpool for Inter Milan in 2010 and last coached in the Premier League at Newcastle before joining Chinese side Dalian Professional in 2019, leaving that role in January. I would go when everything was fine, catch a plane and show up there. "Once you reached that euphoria that satisfaction and happiness, you enjoy the moment and see everything around you, all the red with so many people with so much passion. The 36-year-old was signed by Rafa Benitez in the summer of 2005 from. He told me I was a better player as a substitute instead of starting in the team. becky ending explained. Like Bellamy, it is perhaps no surprise that Jermaine Pennant was a player not best suited to playing for a manager like Benitez, given his reputation and the disciplinary issues that dogged his career. In terms of team instructions I think you nailed it. Take part in our Liverpool FC 'Keep or Sell' survey: While Murphy was moved on straight away, it was a different story for Stephane Henchoz. Ryan Babel was just 20 when he joined Liverpool from Ajax in an 11.5m deal in the summer of 2007. This view was later supported by Sir Alex Ferguson. You could benefit from new challenges and weve bought a new left-back that we intend to rely on Liverpool had purchased Andrea Dossena from Udinese for 7million, but that kind of thing had happened before. Allardyce suggested that Bentez had signalled the game was over despite Liverpool only having a two-goal lead. Bentez called me and said I wasnt in his plans, so it was better for me to find a (new) club. Fab was our best player that half, which is some sort of comfort. Besides, people are treating me as if I don't exist any more. It was no surprise that the Spaniard had quickly decided to move the striker on, and the Wales international would later reveal his problems with his manager started on day one. It was a bit frustrating not playing Inter, but I had to be with my family at the time, he said. In 2004, another La Liga league title and a UEFA Cup victory were added building on the foundation laid by Hctor Cper who had taken Valencia to two consecutive Champions League finals; in 2000 against Real Madrid, and in 2001 against Bayern Munich. In 2002, these tactics saw Bentez lead Valencia to their first La Liga title in 31 years, winning it by a seven-point margin over second-placed Deportivo La Corua. Rafa Benitez at the Run for the 96 5K in Stanley Park, Liverpool (Image: Liverpool Echo) But being a born winner is just one part of Benitez's multi-layered appeal. Rafa Benitez believes Real Madrid's Santiago Bernabeu stadium could be key to who wins their Champions League clash with Liverpool. It's a little frustrating because you see that you can help. I had really to become an adult very quick and adapt. An unused substitute for the 2007 Champions League final, he was informed by Benitez on the flight home that he had no future with the club. I should have stayed a bit longer and trusted myself, I should have. He smiled at me from behind his desk. This was followed by a 40 home loss in the first Clsico of the season against Barcelona. [145], Bentez's father, Francisco, worked as a hotelier. The negotiations started. "It is not true that I had or have had disputes with Bentez, but I am annoyed that when I'm fit I only warm the bench, Baros said on the eve of Istanbul. A club-record 14m signing from Auxerre the same summer of Benitezs arrival, the only problem for Djibril Cisse was it was Houllier rather than the Spaniard who sanctioned the switch. I dont think people in England ever saw the best of me. [135], Bentez's preferred formation is a 4231 which he adopted during his time at Valencia and Liverpool. Despite the lack of silverware, the main talking points were off the pitch, with Bentez in the middle of a power struggle with the Liverpool board. I thought I would be staying for a lot longer.". I still dont know his real reasons. Liverpool were hit with budget restrictions in 2006, and then-reds boss Benitez was only given 10 million to spend on a right-midfielder. The injury saw him sidelined for a year and hampered his chances of becoming a major player. He won a third league title with Real Madrid Youth B in 1990. [119] On 23 January 2021, Bentez left the club by mutual consent, citing concerns over the health and wellbeing of his family due to the COVID-19 pandemic as a reason for his departure. Milan Baros finished Benitez's first season at Liverpool as the club's top goalscorer. [22], Dudek's heroics in the final were not enough for him to stay as first-choice keeper, as newly signed Pepe Reina replaced him in from the start of the 200506 season. Maybe I will never swallow it. Liverpool also won the FA Cup beating both Manchester United and Chelsea, as well as a thrilling 53 win against Luton Town in the third round, on the way to the final against West Ham United. Given Benitezs reputation as one who cannot call upon humane man-management as one of his skills, it is understandable why it is believed their relationship broke down from that moment. Rafa Benitez & Jamie Carragher on how Liverpool won the Champions League in 2005 Sky Sports Premier League 1.1M views 3 years ago Simon Jordan SLAMS Rafa Benitez for making out his. There are also easier fixtures than playing away against Wolves (with a rotated side) and Brighton as well as facing Chelsea at Anfield, as Liverpool has had to do recently. The long-serving Danny Murphy was one such player. He started to get up to go but I told him to wait for a second. Liverpool finished the calendar year top of the Premier League for the first time since 1996. That is something I can never forget. Benitez went to Real Madrid instead and Rodgers limped on until Klopp, who had long since been identified as the perfect successor, made it clear he was ready to cut short his sabbatical.. They are just choosing to spend it more cautiously. "[27] Bentez did not reciprocate his owner's kind words, demanding his club's new owners had to back him in the transfer market in order for Liverpool to progress following his side's 21 loss to Milan in the final. 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I just sat there, half in shock. It was not easy, my job is not a normal job and it was not just any game, but I never regretted it. [139] Bentez often plays key players in unorthodox positions to suit a formation notably converting both Steven Gerrard (in the 200506 season) and Dirk Kuyt into right-wingers. At one point, rumours of Bentez quitting or being dismissed became so great that bookmakers had to suspend betting on the subject. At half-time of the Champions League final, Benitez's Reds were 3-0 . YOU would have got good odds on someone called Fofana saving Graham Potter from more death threats. It was a really emotional moment for me. I'm a total fan of his tactical methods, and have read a lot about it. [126] With his sacking, Benitez became the fifth Everton manager to lose his job in the previous six years. "All players want to play in such great matches and I had been playing regularly before the Carling Cup final. "Liverpool remains the place where I have suffered the most as a footballer, above all during the last season. Malcolm Macdonald in a rare Newcastle United attack during the ill-fated FA Cup final against Liverpool on May 4, 1974 . Another altercation between Bellamy and Benitez would take place in the Spaniards office after the Welshman was fined for taking a penalty against Birmingham City when Robbie Fowler had been the designated taker. "I have not said I am going to leave Liverpool. While at Real, Bentez also gained his coaching certificate in 1989 and in the summer of 1990 taught at a football camp at the University of California in Davis, California. [65][66][67][68] He was unveiled as the new Chelsea manager at a press conference on 22 November 2012. [57] His first league win as manager came on 11 September 2010, a 21 win against Udinese at the San Siro. John Arne Riise was another player who had his future taken out of his own hands by Benitez, with the Spaniard telling the Norwegian it was time for him to move on. But with Rafa, it was constant directions. If they go down Ill come back to Liverpool and stay until my contract ends or you can sell me then. I raised my voice. The only problem was the media, he insisted. Being told youre no longer wanted at Liverpool by Rafa that was a tough one, he told TalkSPORT. Im not a defensive midfielder. But once Benitez had decided to sacrifice Alonso to bring in Barry, the writing was on the wall. The next couple of days were a couple of the hardest days of my life. Only the two men would truly be able to answer whether their relationship changed after that trip to the San Siro. [81] Chelsea progressed to the League Cup semi-finals with a 51 win over Leeds United at Elland Road and then recorded an 80 win over Aston Villa, equalling their record top-flight victory. [131] In his 2013 autobiography, Ferguson said that "Benitez bought badly and made the feud personal". What is going on with my transfer?, I will be honest with you, I am not interested in loaning you. There was an issue over whether it was a loan move first or a permanent transfer straight away. [61] Buoyed by the Club World Cup victory, he told the European champions to back him with new signings or consider whether they wanted to keep him as coach, despite the side having won the treble only a few months earlier. As soon as training had finished I stormed over to him and ripped my gloves off in an aggressive manner. I can do the 100 metres in less than 11 seconds. "In my head it's as if I've already left. In 1993, the team completed a double when they also won the national under-19 league. "[122] Benitez is only the second person to manage both Liverpool and Everton, since William Edward Barclay in 1890s. Connect with Liverpool fans from around the world in our official supporters group. Such a revelation damaged Bentez's relations with the Americans, with constant rumours linking the Spaniard with a move back to Real Madrid. [60] Despite criticism, Bentez guided Inter to win the FIFA Club World Cup in December 2010. [9], Valencia fans also were soon won over by Bentez after he introduced a more attacking style of play than his predecessor, Cper. Real Madrid B were then playing in the Segunda Divisin and on 4 September 1993, he made his debut as a Segunda Divisin manager with a 31 over Hrcules. On each occasion I had accepted the challenge and emerged victorious from it. Initially, he joined Parla on loan, but eventually signed for them permanently and helped them gain promotion to Segunda Divisin B. Leaving for Celtic in January, he was not happy with how Benitez had treated him at all. Upon his arrival he had two very big personnel issues to tend to. He also enrolled as a student at INEF, the sports faculty at the Universidad Politcnica de Madrid and in 1982 he obtained a degree in physical education. The Frenchman spent the 2006/07 on loan at Marseille, with Cisse joining the club permanently in a 6m deal in July 2007. Steven Gerrard, who was linked with a big money move to Chelsea, needed to be convinced . He said he understood and liked my desire to be playing so negotiations with Kln continued. This is nonsense and it is a fabrication that I wanted to leave the stadium. "And maybe, after 10 days training with him, well, that's when I started asking questions. [15] He was unable, however, to convince Michael Owen to extend his contract; he was subsequently sold to Real Madrid. He was highly regarded for his tactical acumen[136][137] particularly in European ties, setting his team up to exploit opposition weaknesses. Frankly, I am proud of that. By Will Rooney. Benitez picked up 13 points from his nine Premier League matches in charge on Everton's own turf - the same amount of points as Lampard has picked up. [26], Supporters and manager joined to welcome new owners George Gillett and Tom Hicks, with the hope the new owners would bring funding for new players and a new stadium. He also played a further three games for the Spain Universities XI. In January 2008, Riise would score an own goal against Luton Town in the FA Cup after failing to defend a cross coming in from the right. I had great contracts on the table, and choices of managers who really wanted me and that made me feel good. In the penultimate league game of the season, Chelsea won 21 away to Aston Villa, a game in which Frank Lampard set the all-time scoring record at Chelsea. The 36-year-old joined the. Katie Smith, who is studying at Leeds University, was crowned as the 2017 winner of the David Welch Student Sportswriter of the Year at the Sports Journalists Association awards in London on Monday night. The centre-back had been first-choice under Houllier, forming a brilliant partnership alongside Sami Hyypia, and its no coincidence that Liverpools form under the Frenchman faltered when the Switzerland international endured prolonged periods on the sidelines through injury. Mauricio Pochettino 'SACKED by PSG after agreeing to terminate contract' just months after Ligue 1 triumph,MAURICIO POCHETTINO has reportedly been sacked by Paris Saint-Germain after he reached a severance agreement with the club. However, Club Director Javier Subirats recognised the potential of Bentez and campaigned for his appointment. Missing a match, however big, for the birth of your first child is perfectly understandable, with it appearing the only disagreement between the two came from Benitez declining Alonsos suggestion to later link up with the squad. He did everything so coldly, almost inhumanely, because he saw things as business. After leaving Liverpool in June 2010, Bentez was appointed manager of treble-winning side Inter Milan. They have two daughters, Claudia, who was born in Madrid in 1999, and gata who was born in Valencia in 2002. "I'll only leave if I go as a free agent. Im a flair player and do my own thing. What if Pepe gets injured next week? I hadnt got on. [41] Alonso said that Bentez's attempts to sell him the previous summer were a deciding factor in his move. He had to protect his interests, but it was hard to be on the receiving end of it., Knowing he would leave Liverpool at the end of his contract in 2007, Dudek at the time said Benitez had treated him like a slave.. If your player didn't start or saw a red card, or you picked the wrong player, captain, or other, this is the place to share all your rants. Classy timing'.". "When a player knows he is a slave, he'll never give his employer his heart.. We discuss a first half that was below par, and the goals we conceded, as well as Bukayo Saka's brilliant equaliser. A 6.7m signing from Birmingham City in the summer of 2006, he impressed during his first season with the club and was a standout performer in their 2007 Champions League final defeat to AC Milan. Yes, I would have if I were not present at the delivery. Extremadura only survived one season in La Liga, however, and were relegated in 1999 after finishing 17th and losing a play-off to Rayo Vallecano. The amount of time in training that wed do shape, tactics and nothing else! The Israeli would depart Liverpool for Chelsea in a 5.5m deal in the summer of 2010 following Benitezs departure, though the move had been agreed with the Spaniards blessing before his exit. If its the way I play or the way I am, fine. [79], At the FIFA Club World Cup in December 2012, Chelsea defeated Monterrey 31 to reach the final,[80] where they were beaten 10 by Brazilian side Corinthians. Poor, but better than them. In the blue corner, Kylian Mbappe stands tall as the undisputed champion of the world. Rafael Benitez is set to be appointed as Everton's new manager next week after the former Liverpool boss agreed key aspects of his contract with the club. [8], In 2001, Bentez was appointed coach of Valencia, replacing Hctor Cper. ago. Loved the details Riise gave of the Bellamy fiasco; that when he showed up the day after (to basics fight Bellamy), Agger went with him and had his back. Darwin Nunez and Cody Gakpo scored the goals in the first half to hand Liverpool a much-needed victory. End of story.". "[91], On 19 May, in his final competitive game as Chelsea manager, Bentez managed the team to a 21 home win over Everton, ensuring a third-place finish in the Premier League and a direct spot in the following season's Champions League group stage. I agreed to join Chelsea before Roy Hodgson was appointed Liverpool's new manager. If you want to go and speak to other clubs, thats fine'. Murphy would sign for Charlton Atheltic in a 2.5m deal in August 2004. Down to 9 men we go on the attack and with a Jean Makoun . I havent really thought about it, I said. Later in the summer transfer window, Bentez signed several players from La Liga, most notably Luis Garca and Xabi Alonso, both of whom drew immediate admiration from Liverpool supporters. In February 2007, he was caught up in a drunken fight with team-mate John Arne Riise. Meanwhile in an interview with the Independent, he said: He (Benitez) promised me certain things at this time to help me develop which I thought was the same as Ajax but at a different pace. [25] Bentez swiftly issued a statement through the club's website re-affirming his desire to remain with Liverpool for the long term. Before that I played at Tottenham, free-flowing football, different managers. [97] Napoli finished third in Serie A in 201314 to qualify for the next season's Champions League. [109] Bentez would have to wait until 16 April for his first win in charge of The Magpies, recording a convincing 30 victory over Swansea City in the Premier League. Just tell me. I am not interested in making Rafa my enemy in the slightest, quite the opposite, but ultimately it is about playing, and if I am not, we have to talk about why not. 134 appearances and 29 goals would seemingly demonstrate that. Bentez joined Real Madrid's coaching staff at the age of 26, going on to work as the under-19 and reserve team coach, and assistant manager for the senior team. [43] Bentez's decision to sell Alonso and replace him in the side with Lucas Leiva, in addition to Aquilani having arrived at the club injured, was called into question as Liverpool's title campaign began with two defeats in the first three games. Rafa Benitez has given his verdict on Liverpool's chances of finishing in the Premier League's top four. He never treated me with the respect I deserved. [95], In his first season in charge, Bentez guided the club to victory in the Coppa Italia, defeating Fiorentina 31 in the final,[96] and into the last 16 of the Europa League, exiting after a 32 aggregate defeat to Porto. An FA Cup winner the following year, Cisse did feature fairly regularly in 2005/06 but often found himself utilised out of position or as a substitute. Milan Baros finished Benitezs first season at Liverpool as the clubs top goalscorer. He said, "I was hoping for a sofa [a defender] and they've brought me a lamp [Fabin Canobbio]," in reference to the positions he wanted to be strengthened. After he ignored me for a long time, he needed me for Europe when Ryan Babel was suspended. Despite their best efforts, the Toon were beaten by six minutes worth of Manchester United attack. Which Liverpool player do you wish Rafa Benitez had never sold? "I was disappointed - this much is true," Baros said in an interview with a newspaper in Prague. [citation needed], However, Liverpool's poor results in the New Year led to a sharper focus on Bentez, who had missed Liverpool's draw at Arsenal in December due to an operation to remove kidney stones.
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