Former Chelsea and Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez set for Newcastle job

RAFA BENITEZ could be set for a summer move to Newcastle.

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Rafa Benitez is being tipped for the Newcastle job

Leading bookmakers Ladbrokes have slashed odds from 33/1 to 6/1 on the ex-Chelsea and Liverpool boss taking charge at St James' Park.

Benitez's position at Italian club Napoli is coming under scrutiny.

And with Newcastle caretaker John Carver in charge until the end of the season, a shock move may be in the offing.

Jack Beresford of Ladbrokes said: "Chelsea fans may have cruelly dubbed him a Spanish waiter but the betting suggests a Newcastle move could be on the table for Benitez."

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