Benitez demands explanation over Klinsmann issue

Rafael Benitez is to demand “some answers” from the Liverpool board over their pre-Christmas plans to appoint Jurgen Klinsmann as his replacement.

The Anfield chief’s future at the club appears far from secure – and speaking after today’s 3-1 Barclays Premier League win at home to Blackburn had cemented Liverpool in fourth place, Benitez openly addressed the issue.