Rafael Benitez Returns to Management with Celta Vigo
Rafael Benitez, the former Liverpool and Newcastle manager, is returning to management after being named Celta Vigo boss. The 63-year-old Spaniard has been out of the game since being sacked by Everton in January 2022. Benitez has agreed a three-year-deal at the La Liga club, replacing Carlos Carvalhal who left at the end of the season after helping Celta avoid relegation.
Benitez’s Impressive Career
The club said former Inter Milan, Real Madrid and Napoli manager Benitez “has extensive experience on the bench with a career that is difficult to match”. Benitez won the 2005 Champions League and 2006 FA Cup with Liverpool and the 2013 Europa League during his interim spell at Chelsea. He also guided Newcastle to promotion from the Championship.
Celta Vigo’s Relegation Battle
Celta finished three points above the drop zone in 13th place, having beaten champions Barcelona on the final day to guarantee safety. The club had been in a relegation battle for much of the season, but managed to secure their La Liga status thanks to a strong finish.
Benitez’s Plans for Celta Vigo
Benitez will now be tasked with improving Celta’s fortunes and helping them move up the table. He is expected to bring in some new players and make changes to the team’s tactics and formation. He will also be looking to build on the club’s recent success and help them compete for European qualification.
Benitez’s Previous Successes
Benitez has enjoyed success at a number of clubs throughout his career. He won the Champions League with Liverpool in 2005 and the Europa League with Chelsea in 2013. He also guided Newcastle to promotion from the Championship in 2017. He will be hoping to replicate this success at Celta Vigo and help them achieve their goals.
Conclusion
Rafael Benitez is returning to management after being named Celta Vigo boss. The 63-year-old Spaniard has agreed a three-year-deal at the La Liga club and will be hoping to replicate his previous successes at Liverpool, Chelsea, Inter Milan, Real Madrid and Napoli. Benitez will be tasked with improving Celta’s fortunes and helping them move up the table. He is expected to bring in some new players and make changes to the team’s tactics and formation. With Benitez at the helm, Celta Vigo will be looking to build on their recent success and compete for European qualification.