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Benitez warning! Chelsea a big risk for Liverpool icon Alonso

Former Chelsea and Liverpool defender Glen Johnson has told GOAL why Xabi Alonso would be taking a big risk by agreeing to fill “the hottest seat in world football” at Stamford Bridge. With strong ties to Anfield, the World Cup winner is said to be in contention for a Premier League return in west London. Rafa Benitez has previously trodden that path, and proved how difficult it can be to win over supporters that will demand immediate results.

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Benitez facing sack as ex-Liverpool pupil lined up

Former Liverpool and Real Madrid manager Rafa Benitez is teetering on the edge of unemployment once again as reports in Greece suggest Panathinaikos are ready to pull the trigger. The 65-year-old Spaniard, who arrived in Athens with much fanfare back in October, has seen his tenure turn sour after only a few months at the helm. Despite signing a lucrative two-and-a-half-year contract with a salary of approximately £3.5 million, the expected revolution has failed to materialise.

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Benitez set to secure 17th managerial job with shock club

Rafael Benitez is closing in on his 17th managerial role, as the veteran Spaniard is set to become Panathinaikos’ new head coach on a record-breaking contract. The 65-year-old, who has been out of work since leaving Celta Vigo in March 2024, is poised to become the highest-paid manager in Greek football history, marking his return after a 19-month break.

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Premier League icon keen to make managerial comeback

Iconic Premier League manager Rafael Benitez wants to make a managerial comeback in England's top-flight before formally ending his illustrious coaching career. The Spanish head coach managed four different English clubs in the last three decades, including his maiden stint at Anfield, where he guided Liverpool to their fifth Champions League title.

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'We've met a few times' - Benitez discusses Mourinho relationship

Rafa Benitez lifted the lid on his relationship with Jose Mourinho and made his feelings known on the Special One joining Benfica. The pair first locked horns in England back in 2004, when Benitez arrived at Liverpool just two weeks after Mourinho swaggered into Chelsea. What followed was a feud laced with mind games, press-room barbs, and an incredible 15 clashes in just three seasons.

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Frequently asked questions

Jadon Sancho plays as a winger for his new club Chelsea, who signed him on loan from Manchester United in the summer of 2024.

Jadon Sancho was born in Camberwell, Greater London, in England.

Jadon Sancho wears the No. 19 jersey at Chelsea and started his new chapter by assisting Christopher Nkunku's winning goal against Bournemouth. His performance off the bench on his Chelsea debut earned him the Man of the Match award.

Jadon Sancho is 1.80m (5ft 11in) tall. He possesses quick feet and is blessed with acceleration which allows him to separate himself from his marker.

Jadon Sancho weighs 76kg (168 lbs), with his low centre of gravity allowing him to dribble past defenders with supreme ease.

Jadon Sancho joined Watford in 2007 at the age of seven. After spending almost eight years with Watford, Sancho moved to Manchester City in 2015, at the age of 14.

Yes, Jadon Sancho is a father to a young girl, but has neither disclosed his daughter's name, nor the name of his child's mother.

Jadon Sancho is yet to get married and has also kept his private life under wraps.

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