The Reds captain hinted during the week that he c0uld finish his career away from Anfield.
Brendan Rodgers insists he wants to keep Steven Gerrard at Liverpool despite the fact that his captain has yet to agree a new deal at the club.
The 34-year-old’s current deal runs out at the end of the season but Rodgers says he has made his feelings on the matter clear to both the player and Liverpool’s owners.
“I explained to Steven’s representative that I want him to be part of what we’re doing here,” the Reds boss said.
“He’s been a brilliant captain for me. I want to keep him here. I relayed that information to the owners.
“I’m sure they’ll go away with that and, with Steven’s representatives, hopefully organise a deal. He’s a unique player and a unique person.”
Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini says he is open to making a move for Gerrard next summer if he can’t agree a new deal at the club he’s represented for his entire career.
“I don’t ever rate players on their age. It depends on the money they cost and the number of years they have left on their contract but, like Frank Lampard, Steven Gerrard is a top player who can continue at a high level for a number of years,” he said.
