Liverpool FC today confirmed that Rafael
Benitez is to leave the club by mutual consent.
Mr Benitez relinquishes his position as team manager after six
years and the Board of Directors would like to place on record
their grateful thanks for his services and wish him all the best in
his future career.
The Board has now asked Managing Director Christian Purslow,
with the assistance of Club Ambassador Kenny Dalglish, to begin a
formal search to identify and assess potential candidates for the
managerial position.
No timescale has been placed on the process and Liverpool FC
will make no further statement until a new manager is
appointed.
LFC Chairman Martin Broughton said: "Rafa will forever be part
of Liverpool folklore after bringing home the Champions League
following the epic final in Istanbul but after a disappointing
season both parties felt a fresh start would be best for all
concerned.''
Rafael Benitez said: "It is very sad for me to announce that I
will no longer be manager of Liverpool FC. I would like to thank
all of the staff and players for their efforts.
"I'll always keep in my heart the good times I've had here, the
strong and loyal support of the fans in the tough times and the
love from Liverpool. I have no words to thank you enough for all
these years and I am very proud to say that I was your
manager.
"Thank you so much once more and always remember: You'll never walk
alone."
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