Rafa Benitez has outlined his desire to make a managerial comeback 12 months on from an explosive Everton exit. The Spaniard - who made his name in English football at Liverpool - was unwanted by Toffees supporters upon arrival at Goodison Park.
Despite a promising start at Everton, the wheels soon came off and Benitez was sacked just six months into the job. Since then, the 62-year-old has enjoyed time out of the game, working in various media roles - but the fire to coach still burns.
Newcastle United supporters have an affinity for Benitez due to his three-and-a-half years on Tyneside. Steadying the ship during the latter days of Mike Ashley, the tactician spearheaded a Championship-winning campaign in 2016-17 before keeping the club up for two seasons.
