Former-Liverpool boss hits back at Steven Gerrard’s accusations
Real Madrid manager Rafael Benitez has hit back at Steven Gerrard after his recent claims about the Spaniard in his new autobiography.
The Liverpool legend is releasing the book and over the past few days, extracts have been reported in papers and a lot has come out about Gerrard‘s time at Anfield under Benitez.
Despite the success they had together, including that infamous night in Istanbul, Gerrard claimed Benitez never liked him as a person and once asked if he was only in it for the money.
However, when asked about the claims, Benitez hit back by saying Gerrard is only trying to sell more copies by being as controversial as possible.
Benitez Hits Back
“I have read the quotes and I believe he is wrong,” Benitez said on Spanish television.
“Out of the respect that I have for Stevie and for the value and appreciation I have for him, and for Liverpool and the supporters, I think it’s best to just let it pass.
“He has brought out a book and now I’m the Real Madrid manager, that sells.”
Gerrard then continued by calling Benitez stupid for selling Xabi Alonso to Real Madrid and embarrassing for his famous facts rant aimed at Manchester United.
However, the Madrid boss refused to comment on those extracts.
More Extracts from Steven Gerrard’s book
Written by Alex Batt – @AlexBatt
