Madrid deny Benitez claims

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Benitez, a former youth team coach at Madrid, this week admitted he turned down a lucrative offer from his former employers, insisting he was happy at Anfield.

But the Spanish giants rejected Benitez's claims in a statement saying: "In regards to the comments attributed to current Liverpool coach Rafael Benitez, which were published by a media source, Real Madrid wish to deny any negotiations with said professional, or any other, concerning his possible incorporation to the club next season."

The statement continued: "Real Madrid, as reiterated by the president [Ramon Calderon] and the board of directors, are counting on prestigious coach Fabio Capello, who still has two years remaining on his three-year contract."

Madrid, who have also been closely linked with Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho and Getafe coach Bernd Schuster this season, are currently third in the Primera Liga standings, five points behind leaders Barcelona.