 Parry (left) and Benitez are plotting Liverpool's long-term success |
Liverpool chief executive Rick Parry has quickly quashed more rumours linking manager Rafael Benitez with a switch to struggling Real Madrid. The Spanish giants were reportedly lining up Benitez, a former youth coach at the Bernabeu, as a replacement for under-pressure Wanderley Luxemburgo.
"We are extremely happy with Benitez and want him to stay," Parry told the club's official website.
"There is a great opportunity for Rafa to fulfil his burning ambitions here."
Benitez has been repeatedly linked with Real Madrid - where he began his playing and coaching career.
Real have lost three games in a row - two in their domestic league and one in the Champions League - and lie in 15th place in the Primera Liga, which has prompted rumours of Benitez's return to surface again.
But the 45-year-old Spaniard has consistently stated his desire to stay at Liverpool since his arrival in June 2004.
And Parry has backed the Champions League winning boss to stay at the Anfield helm.
"Bringing trophies back to Anfield is all we are concerned with," added Parry.
"Without underestimating the size of the challenge, we are very confident we can achieve that aim together.
"The club and Rafa are working on a shared vision of sustained success on the pitch."
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