Newcastle United boss Rafa Benitez insists he's no defensive coach.

Benitez says he's always trying to find the "right balance".

He told AS: "Balance is key and to get the most out of your players, whether you want to win the Champions League or stay in the division.

"It depends on the way that someone has chosen to play, one way or another. My teams compete well and, above all, I like to adapt to the conditions that I have."

Benitez says he's proud to have kept the club up for two seasons.

"It has been a great achievement by all involved. As everyone can see, the Premier League is a difficult league with a high competitive level.

"That is why we all have to feel satisfied with what we have achieved over the last two years."