Benitez: We're closing in on United

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez is confident they will close the gap on Premier League champions Manchester United.

Mon, 15 Jun, 2009 - 16:12

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez is confident they will close the gap on Premier League champions Manchester United.

The Spaniard, who finally feels he has the control he needs at the club after signing a new contract in March, believes last season has laid the foundations for a new era at Anfield.

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