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Rafa Benitez: I have no fear of being sacked

Rafael Benitez has rubbished suggestions he fears being sacked as Liverpool manager in the summer.

Reports today claimed the Spaniard was convinced owners George Gillett and Tom Hicks were planning to replace him because they had not backed him or given him enough money to spend in the January transfer window.

Speaking after Liverpool’s 1-1 FA Cup third round draw at Luton, Benitez said: “That is not true. I love the club, I love the fans. I’m really happy here and I want to stay for a long time.”

Asked if he was sure he would be in charge at Anfield next season, he added on Sky Sports 1: “I think so.”

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