Napoli coach Rafael Benitez is in Madrid to dot the ‘i’s and cross the ‘t’s as regards his contract with Real Madrid. Before hopping into a private jet to Madrid this morning, the former Liverpool boss was asked by reporters if he was excited about the new role.

“I’m excited and very happy. Real Madrid and I still have things to discuss” .‎ He replied. The former Chelsea manager will replace Carlo Ancelotti who was relieved of his job two weeks ago after a disappointing season.