Rafael Benitez could not make big changes at Everton because of Liverpool ties

REGRETS: Rafael Benitez regrets not making some difficult decisions during his time at Everton. Pic: Richard Sellers/PA

Rafael Benitez admits his history with Liverpool prevented him making difficult decisions during his time at Everton.

The Spaniard’s appointment last summer was controversial from the outset due to his six-year association with their Merseyside rivals but he believed he could do a job at Goodison Park.