Chelsea boss Antonio Conte insists he had no problems with Newcastle United counterpart Rafa Benitez.
Conte knows the Spaniard well from his time in Italy, when Benitez, was in charge of Napoli, and he spoke about their relationship.
"That's not true," Conte responded, when asked if he didn't get on with Benitez. "I think Rafa did a great job in his time with Napoli. I remember when I was coach of the national team, I went to watch a Napoli training session and talk with him, we have a good relationship. He's a good manager and he's won a lot in his career. I have great respect for him.
"I think Rafa in his spell here did well because to win the Europa League isn't simple. I think it's always right to give respect. Our fans are great in these circumstances."
Source: tribalfootball.com