Benitez was sacked on Monday after just seven months on the job, and Madrid president Florentino Perez has made club icon Zidane the Spaniard’s replacement.
And ex-England captain Beckham, who played alongside Zidane for three seasons at Madrid, has backed the legendary Frenchman.
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“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.
A photo posted by David Beckham (@davidbeckham) on Jan 4, 2016 at 11:45am PST
“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.”
