Rafa Benítez, close to returning to the sidelines: He would coach the Club World Cup

Apuesta a este partido aquí

La Liga

1 X 2

Elche Athletic Bilbao

19/10/25 14:00:00

3.60 3.20 2.15

 PUBLICIDAD

Cuotas validas al publicarse, sujetas a cambios. Regístrese en bet365, ingrese 5€ o más en su cuenta y conseguirá un 100% de su ingreso válido en créditos de apuesta (hasta 100€). Ingrese 50€ o más y también recibirá 10 fichas doradas para utilizar en tragaperras seleccionadas. Solo para clientes nuevos. Se aplican las condiciones. Las ganancias no incluyen el importe de los créditos de apuesta. Ingreso mínimo de 50€ para las fichas doradas. Se aplican premios máximos, restricciones de juego, límites de tiempo y condiciones. Es necesario registrarse.

Rafa Benítez is in advanced negotiations to become the next coach of Botafogo, as reported by Daily Mail. The Spanish coach, with a career full of titles in Europe, could take a new direction in his career by accepting the challenge of managing one of the most important clubs in Brazil. The possibility of leading an ambitious project in South America, with multiple high-level competitions on the horizon, brings him closer to the carioca team.

The team, owned by John Textor, has recently won the Brasileirao and the Copa Libertadores, seeking to raise their level to compete in the new Club World Cup. In this context, Benítez's profile fits perfectly, given his experience in managing demanding schedules and proven ability to lift trophies both locally and internationally.

Rafa Benítez, on the verge of heading to America

If his arrival is finalized, the Spanish strategist won't be on the bench for the Supercopa do Brasil against Flamengo, but could debut at the end of February in the Supercopa Sudamericana against Racing de Avellaneda. Moreover, he would have the challenge of facing the Club World Cup, where Botafogo will share a group with PSG and Atlético Madrid.

Brazilian football has become an increasingly attractive destination with clubs strengthening significantly. Benítez, with titles in Spain, England, and Italy, sees Botafogo as a unique opportunity to further expand his legacy on another continent.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Rafa Benítez, cerca de volver a los banquillo: Dirigiría el Mundial de Clubes