The historic club that will sign Rafa Benítez

The Madrid coach has been without a bench for over a year since he was fired from Celta de Vigo.

Héctor Andreu | 9 Apr 2025 | 15.10
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Benítez, close to Celtic / Okdiario
Benítez, close to Celtic / Okdiario

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Rafa Benítez is getting closer to returning to British football, and he would do so in a big way. The experienced Madrid coach, without a team since leaving Celta de Vigo in March 2024, is emerging as the next manager of Celtic FC. Despite his discreet spell at the Galician club, where he did not achieve the expected results during the Centenary season, his track record still carries significant weight in the international market.

Negotiations to sign him have accelerated

As reported by Scottish media, Celtic sees Benítez as the ideal leader to maintain its Premiership dominance and elevate their level in Europe. Talks between the club and the coach are progressing firmly, and the agreement could be finalized in the coming days. Benítez has reportedly turned down other offers, such as one from Brazilian Botafogo or a national team, prioritizing the project of the Glasgow team.

The Spanish coach's track record speaks for itself: Champions League winner with Liverpool, titleholder with Valencia, and stints at giants like Real Madrid, Inter Milan, Chelsea, and Napoli. His potential arrival at Celtic excites the fans, who see him as a significant upgrade from recent years. Moreover, his desire to compete at the highest level in a familiar environment would be crucial in making Celtic much more competitive at a European level.

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