LaLiga president Javer Tebas has welcomed the prospect of Rafa Benitez returning to Spain.

The former Real Madrid coach is in advanced talks with Celta Vigo. Benitez's last job was with Everton.

"He is a prestigious coach, a great worker. He has been in great teams, including Spanish ones. He is a super coach," Tebas declared during a function held at the Celta sports complex.

Tebas described Benítez as "an innovator" and was convinced Celta were making the right move to appoint him.

"I know him, he is one of the first technological people there was. A great field worker. He is an addition that I, as a fan, would describe as incredible for Celta because of the leap he takes, and for LaLiga it will be spectacular."