Newcastle manager Rafa Benitez has not ruled himself out of taking over as manager of the Spanish national team sometime in the future.
In a wide ranging interview with Madrid based publication Marca (translated by the Chronicle), the Magpies boss was asked whether he would consider the prospect of becoming Spain coach, but the Spaniard said he would refuse to comment on another job while contracted to a club:
“I always say the same thing with respect: for the moment I will not speak about it. I am happy here and I have years on my contract. It depends on how my career progresses. If I do well here, then maybe; and if not, obviously, the national team won’t happen. Let’s see what happens in a few years.”
Spain qualified for the World Cup under head coach Julen Lopetegui. The former Spanish under 21 manager took over from Vincente Del Bosque, who had led the national side to consecutive triumphs in major tournaments at the 2010 World Cup and Euro 2012.
Benitez meanwhile has two more years remaining on his contract at the Magpies, and fans will be hoping that he stays with the club for a lot longer with the prospect of new ownership hopefully strengthening the club’s ability to sign players, and improve Newcastle’s standing in the Premier League.
