Rafa pleased with Torres return

The only plus point from Wednesday's game was Torres managing to play 55 minutes as the striker looks to regain his match fitness after a month out with another hamstring injury.

"Fernando played for 55 minutes which was good for us. He will train with us and will hopefully be ready for Saturday," said Benitez.

"We now turn our focus to Bolton and we will try to win the game to stay at the top of the league."