Everton fans hung anti-Rafael Benitez banners at Goodison Park after the Spaniard appeared to be lined up for the hotseat.

The ex-Liverpool manager, who won the Champions League in 2005 during his six years in charge, is worshipped at Anfield.

His connection to the Reds means Toffees supporters have been left fuming at the prospect of the coach, 61, taking charge.

On Thursday night, banners were seen outside Goodison amid the bitter fan backlash.

One read: “F* off Benitez you fat Kopite c*”, while another stated: “Benitez not welcome.”

Benitez has held talks with Everton owner Farhad Moshiri and is set to inherit the mega £1million-a-month salary given to predecessor and Real Madrid-bound Carlo Ancelotti.

The Spaniard remains a favourite to take over but is joined by seven other candidates.

Nuno Espirito Santo, who has left Wolves, is also among the front runners for the job.