Benitez commits to Liverpool future

(GSM) – Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez has underlined his commitment to the Merseyside club despite admitting that Serie A giants Juventus are interested in him.

The Seria A giants declared their interest in the Spaniard this week and on Friday sacked boss Ciro Ferrara, with Alberto Zaccheroni taking his place until the end of the season.

But Benitez has preferred to talk about the future of Liverpool despite admitting he is flattered with the link.

“New investors may be coming in, and there is a possibility of a new stadium,” Benitez told the Daily Mail.

“It is important now that we see these things happen. We must see the club progressing.

“We are going in the right direction, but we have to make sure we really move forward now, by lining up players who are good and available and trying to sign them.

He reiterated: “The key is the stadium and investors.”

“There has been a lot of talk (about Juventus), and yes, I know about their interest.

“As a manager, you have to be proud when a big club, a top club in Europe, have an interest in you and are watching you.

“Perhaps there has been too much talking, but you cannot stop speculation.”

Despite a disappointing season, Benitez has emphasised his desire to continue in the Reds’ hot seat by striving to improve the side before the January transfer window closes on Monday.

The Reds are in need of reinforcements up front in particular, with Sunderland striker Kenwyne Jones the subject of intense speculation as a loan target.

However, Benitez refused to discuss names but admits he is still keen to add to his sole signing of free transfer Maxi Rodriguez this month, albeit on a shoestring budget.

“We are working very hard under the conditions we have at this moment. But it is best not to ask me about players like Jones,” said Benitez.

“I am the Liverpool manager, not the Sunderland manager.”