Rafa Benitez
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Frank Lampard sacked by Everton
Former Chelsea and Derby County manager Frank Lampard has been sacked by Everton, after a disappointing run of results. The Toffees have been in dismal form of late, and with a Premier League game against Arsenal looming on the horizon, the Everton board have opted to remove Lampard from his role.
Aston Villa in pole position to sign Digne
Aston Villa have emerged as favourites to sign Everton defender Lucas Digne. Steven Gerrard's side have leapfrogged Newcastle and Chelsea in to pole position to secure the French left-back.
Everton to move for Rangers defender
Rangers full-back Nathan Patterson is on the verge of a £10 million transfer move to struggling Premier League outfit Everton. The Toffees hope to wrap up the deal in time for their next game.
Everton complete transfer for Mykolenko
Everton have bolstered their defence ahead of the second half of the Premier League season, signing Ukrainian defender Vitaliy Mykolenko on a four and a half year deal until June 2026. The 22-year-old arrives as the Toffees' first signing of the January transfer window.
Chelsea weighing up loan deal for Everton man?
Chelsea could reportedly look to sign Everton defender Lucas Digne on a short-term deal.
Chelsea to pursue Ben Chilwell replacement?
Chelsea could enter the transfer market for a new left wing-back following the injury setback for Ben Chilwell.
Everton enter race to sign Manchester United attacker
Everton have emerged as potential contenders to sign Manchester United attacker Anthony Martial in January.
Chelsea interested in signing Lucas Digne?
Chelsea are reportedly interested in signing Everton defender Lucas Digne during the January transfer window.
Newcastle boss Ashley reveals Benitez contract talks
Despite having lost Rafa Benitez, Newcastle owner Mike Ashley insists that contract talks were under way with the popular Spanish coach. Ashley revealed that he offered a long-term contract to the former Liverpool and Chelsea manager.
How Will Rafa Benitez Do in the Chinese Super League?
Rafa Benitez has had a remarkable career, which started with a firm managerial grounding at Spanish super club Real Madrid, where he was an assistant manager, amongst other coaching roles. The Spaniard would go on to manage Real Valladolid, Osasuna, Extremadura, who he led to promotion, and Valencia, who would win La Liga twice under his leadership. Outside of Spain, he’s led Liverpool to glory in the UEFA Champions League; Chelsea to UEFA Europa League glory; won the Italian Super Cup and Coppa Italia with Napoli; and lifted the Italian Super Cup and the FIFA World Club Cup with Inter Milan.
