Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez is remaining tight-lipped over
reports linking him with a move to Italian giants Juventus.
Following the goalless draw at Wolves, Benitez refused to
comment on speculation suggesting Juve are about to sack coach Ciro
Ferrara.
The Spaniard saw his side miss out on the chance to put
pressure on the Barclays Premier League top four after a shot-shy
performance in which they failed seriously to test Wolves keeper
Marcus Hahnemann.
Benitez, when asked about the Juventus link, said: "I prefer
to talk about the game. Is the speculation a distraction? I was
really focused today on trying to do the right things and to try
and win this game.
"Is being linked with Juventus flattering? I prefer to
concentrate on the game."
Benitez accepted a share of the spoils was a fair result,
with his side dominating the opening 45 minutes before Wolves came
more into the game after the break.
He said: "If you analyse the game, it was a fair result. In
the first half, we were in control, although we didn't create
chances. The final pass in the final third was the difference.
"In the second half, they pushed harder. We still had some
good counter-attacks but again the final pass was the difference.
It was a fair result."
The big plus for Benitez was the return of skipper Steven
Gerrard, who completed the 90 minutes after missing two games with
a hamstring problem.
Benitez believes a fit Gerrard will be crucial to the Reds'
hopes of breaking back into the Champions League positions.
He said: "We know Steven is a key player for us. He has to
improve his match fitness. But, if he is fit and can train properly
in the week and play games, he can make the difference for us."
