Football La-Liga La-Liga Zidane the best man for Madrid job - Beckham Zinedine Zidane was the best possible man to take over from Rafael Benitez at Real Madrid, according to his former team-mate David Beckham. David Manuca Madrid 05 January, 2016 13:23 IST Zinedine Zidane and David Beckham David Manuca Madrid 05 January, 2016 13:23 IST Zinedine Zidane was the best possible man to take over from Rafael Benitez at Real Madrid, according to his former team-mate David Beckham. Benitez was sacked on Monday after just seven months in the job, with Madrid president Florentino Perez turning to club icon Zidane as the Spaniard's replacement. And ex-England captain Beckham, who played alongside Zidane for three seasons at Madrid, has backed the legendary Frenchman to succeed. "Does it get any better than this?" Beckham wrote on Instagram. "A man that has been the best at a game we all love, taking over of a club that myself and many more people love. "Someone with drive, passion and also doesn't accept failure on any level. "Taking over from a manager that has huge experience and respect in the game, but taking on a position he will relish. "The best person for the job." Support Sportstar Dear Reader, Support our journalism — where text and pictures intermingle so seamlessly — and help us scale up your experience as the world changes around us. Your contribution is vital to our brand of uninfluenced, boots-on-the-ground reportage that’s worth your while. Clickbait sensationalism is not for us, but editorial independence is — we owe it to you. Support Quality Journalism Subscribe to our daily newsletter Get your daily dose of Sportstar with handpicked stories delivered right to your inbox! SUBSCRIBE Please enter a valid email address. Dugout videos
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