The Serie A giants have been looking for a replacement coach since Jose Mourinho opted to take on a fresh challenge at Spanish giants Real Madrid. The Portuguese coach departed Giuseppe Meazza at the end of the 2009/10 campaign after guiding Inter to an unprecedented Treble, which saw them land the Serie A title, Coppa Italia and the UEFA Champions League. Once it became apparent that Mourinho was looking to move on, rumours began circulating as to who his possible replacement might be. Spanish coach Benitez was considered to be a leading candidate and his departure from Liverpool last week opened the door for a switch to Italy. Inter quickly identified him as their number one choice for the role and have pressed ahead with formal negotiations. Talks have now reached a conclusion and Moratti confirmed that Benitez has agreed to become Inter's new coach. "We've got an agreement, we finalised the last details that in any case weren't important," he told the club's official website. "Tomorrow (Wednesday) we will say when Rafa Benitez will be presented. "All we need is a counter-signature. In any case I think Benitez is not in Italy and will arrive here for the presentation." Benitez will arrive at Inter fresh from a six-year stint at Liverpool which saw him land the Champions League crown in 2005 and the 2006 FA Cup. He also enjoyed considerable success in his homeland with Valencia prior to moving to Anfield, winning two Primera Liga titles and the UEFA Cup.
