Rafa wants board talks

Last updated : 14 April 2008 By Al Campbell
The Reds' magnificent Champions League quarter final win over Arsenal has been overshadowed by off field events, in particular Tom Hicks calling for the resignation of Rick Parry and claiming Parry and George Gillett were behind the approach to Jurgen Klinsman. Rafa Benitez now wants talks with the board to sort things out.

"It was a surprise to read about some meetings. I need to talk with the board and clarify the situation. I want to do that as soon as possible," said the Liverpool boss.

"I want to clarify everything. I was surprised with some meetings with other managers. I was surprised with the people that were in the meeting.

"I feel my position is being undermined by it. That is why I want to clarify the situation.

"I need to speak to all of the people. They were in a meeting together, so I need to know something more.

"I will ask some questions about the meeting [before Christmas].

"It's not the first time I knew about the meeting, but was the first time I knew about the people that were in the meeting.

"I will not talk about any specific owner, I want to talk with everyone, preferably at the same time, to clarify the situation.

"It was a meeting with some people I did not know about. I need to resolve questions, and I tell you I want some answers. I am really calm, but I want answers."