Inter mission confirmed as Benitez set for the San Siro

INTER MILAN president Massimo Moratti last night confirmed Rafael Benitez has agreed a deal to become the club’s new coach.

Moratti revealed negotiations with Benitez had not taken place in person and said the Spaniard was due to arrive in Milan this week ahead of finalising his move to the European champions.

The Inter president revealed an announcement would be made today to confirm when Benitez would be unveiled as Jose Mourinho’s successor at the San Siro.