Rafael Benitez set to be named new Celta Vigo boss

NEW JOB: Rafael Benitez is returning to management with Celta Vigo. Pic: Richard Sellers/PA

Rafael Benitez is to become the new manager of Celta Vigo, the Spanish club have announced.

Celta have confirmed an “agreement in principle” has been reached for the former Liverpool, Newcastle and Real Madrid boss to take charge at the Balaidos Stadium from the start of pre-season training July.