Dalian sees Benitez as potential savior

Struggling Dalian Yifang could turn to respected Spanish coach Rafa Benitez in a bid to revive its flagging Chinese Super League fortunes.

On Monday it was confirmed that Benitez, a Champions League winner with Liverpool, is leaving English Premier League club Newcastle United following three years at the helm.

Benitez has reportedly become frustrated with the size of the transfer kitty made available to him by owner Mike Ashley.