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Van Der Vaart Denies Hamburg Link

Van Der Vaart Denies Hamburg Link

Former Hamburg midfielder Rafael van der Vaart has ruled out a return to the Bundesliga club this winter and has vowed to instead make the grade with Real Madrid. 17 Nov 2009
Van Der Vaart Plays Down Ajax Reports

Van Der Vaart Plays Down Ajax Reports

Rafael van der Vaart has played down talk of a return to Ajax although he admits his Real Madrid future remains unclear. 11 Nov 2009
Bruce Shrugs Off Rafa Clash Over Freak Goal

Bruce Shrugs Off Rafa Clash Over Freak Goal

SUNDERLAND boss Steve Bruce described his touchline clash with Rafael Benitez as "handbags" after Darren Bent's controversial goal delivered a fresh blow to Liverpool's title hopes. 19 Oct 2009
Barca Hopeful Of Marquez Deal

Barca Hopeful Of Marquez Deal

BARCELONA president Joan Laporta is confident Rafael Marquez will renew his contract before the new year. 6 Oct 2009
No Oranje Call for Van Der Vaart

No Oranje Call for Van Der Vaart

RAFAEL van der Vaart's miserable season continued today as he was left out of the Holland squad for next month's trip to Australia. 24 Sep 2009
Benitez Officially Unimpressed

Benitez Officially Unimpressed

LIVERPOOL manager Rafael Benitez was left less than impressed by referee Phil Dowd - and claimed fourth official Stuart Attwell was "too young" after watching his side lose their opening Barclays Premier League fixture 2-1 at Tottenham. 17 Aug 2009
Benitez Shrugs Off Defensive Worries

Benitez Shrugs Off Defensive Worries

LIVERPOOL boss Rafael Benitez is convinced that his defensive injury problems will clear up before next weekend's opening league game of the season at Spurs. 10 Aug 2009
Benitez Reveals Turner Interest

Benitez Reveals Turner Interest

RAFAEL Benitez revealed he has held talks with Hull boss Phil Brown over the possible transfer of defender Michael Turner to Liverpool. 9 Aug 2009
Van Der Vaart Eyes Hamburg Return

Van Der Vaart Eyes Hamburg Return

Rafael van der Vaart is keen on a move back to Hamburg after being told he has no future at Real Madrid. 4 Aug 2009
Benitez Reiterates Alonso Stance

Benitez Reiterates Alonso Stance

LIVERPOOL manager Rafael Benitez tonight insisted he wants Xabi Alonso to stay at Anfield. 3 Aug 2009
Torres Seeks Spanish Reinforcements

Torres Seeks Spanish Reinforcements

FERNANDO Torres has revealed he has recommended three of his Spanish compatriots to Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez. 29 Jun 2009
Reds May Still Keep Arbeloa, Says Rafa

Reds May Still Keep Arbeloa, Says Rafa

LIVERPOOL manager Rafael Benitez insists the signing of Glen Johnson does not necessarily mean Alvaro Arbeloa's days at Anfield are numbered. 28 Jun 2009
Former Captain Expects Hamburg Return

Former Captain Expects Hamburg Return

REAL Madrid midfielder Rafael van der Vaart admits he would like to return to Hamburg - but not until he has proven himself with the Spaniards. 28 Jun 2009
Benitez: We Had To Snap Up Johnson

Benitez: We Had To Snap Up Johnson

LIVERPOOL manager Rafael Benitez has admitted he had to act quickly in a "crazy" market to secure the signing of defender Glen Johnson. 27 Jun 2009
Benitez: We're Closing In On United

Benitez: We're Closing In On United

LIVERPOOL manager Rafael Benitez is confident they will close the gap on Premier League champions Manchester United. 16 Jun 2009
Van Der Vaart Wants to Play Alongside Kaka

Van Der Vaart Wants to Play Alongside Kaka

Holland midfielder Rafael van der Vaart is keeping an open mind about his future at Real Madrid, but hopes to be part of their new-look side. 15 Jun 2009

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