Liverpool are waiting to hear from Fifa to see if their bid to
sign Javier Mascherano will be successful.
The Reds are keen to sign the West Ham midfielder despite the fact
the Argentine has already played for two clubs in the past 12
months.
Fifa rules permit any player turning out for more than two clubs
over a one-year period between 1st July and 30th June the following
year.
However, Benitez remains hopeful that Fifa will allow Liverpool to
push through a move for Mascherano as he is not figuring at West
Ham.
"He is a player we want but we are waiting for the answer," said
Benitez.
"It's clear a professional must play, he cannot stay without
playing any games.
"He can bring more balance to our team. I have confidence but we
have to wait."