Official | Celta Vigo announce agreement with Rafa Benítez to become new head coach
NORWICH, ENGLAND - JANUARY 15: Rafael Benitez, Manager of Everton looks on prior to the Premier League match between Norwich City and Everton at Carrow Road on January 15, 2022 in Norwich, England. (Photo by Stephen Pond/Getty Images)
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Celta Vigo have announced that they have reached an agreement for Rafa Benítez to become their new head coach.
The Galician outfit released a statement on Friday.
“The Madrid-born coach has a wealth of experience in the dugout with a track record that is hard to match. Rafa Benítez has accumulated a total of 1099 matches at the highest level and in which he has obtained 549 victories, boasting a truly enviable record:
Champions League
LaLiga x2
Europa League
UEFA Cup
European Super Cup
Club World Cup
Italian Super Cup x2
FA Cup
Community Shield
Italian Cup
EFL Championship
“Both parties are confident that the signing will take place in July to coincide with the start of pre-season.”
Benítez will replace former Celta boss Carlos Carvalhal in the dugout at Balaídos ahead of the 2023-24 campaign.
