Former Liverpool and Chelsea boss Rafa Benitez insists he will NOT be joining Man City

NAPOLI coach Rafa Benitez has tried to quash speculation that he is to return to the Premier League to manage Manchester City.

Rafa BenitezGETTY

Rafa Benitez has quashed rumours linking him to the Premier League

The former Liverpool and Chelsea boss has yet to sign a contract extension with Napoli, with his deal ending this summer.

It has been rumoured Benitez could replace Manuel Pellegrini at the helm of City at the end of the campaign.

I have not had contacts with City, unlike what I've read in England

Rafa Benitez

However, Benitez has said to the Italian press: "I have not had contacts with City, unlike what I've read in England.

"I have spoken to the [Napoli] president via messages but we have not been able to meet due to our busy playing schedule in order to evaluate the business plan. Now our focus is on matters on the pitch."

Would you like to receive news notifications from Daily Express?