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Steven Gerrard declares intention to stay at Liverpool

ESPN Soccernet staff
July 20, 2010
Steven Gerrard played a big role in getting Joe Cole to Anfield © Getty Images
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Steven Gerrard has revealed he is happy to stay Liverpool after holding talks with boss Roy Hodgson.

Gerrard had been linked with a move to Real Madrid this summer after Liverpool's failure to qualify for the Champions League but, having spoken to Hodgson, it appears he is happy to stay at Anfield.

"I made it clear that I simply needed to concentrate on the World Cup and then have a decent holiday with my family," he told the club's official website. "I wanted the chance to meet Roy Hodgson privately and, having done so, I'm very impressed with his plans for the future. I can't wait for the new season to start."

Hodgson revealed Gerrard had played a key part in convincing Joe Cole to join the club during their time away with England this summer.

Gerrard said: "I've told him what a great club this is and I'm sure Joe's the sort of exciting talent our fans will love to see. It is a great signing for us. I know Joe well through the England setup and have seen firsthand just how good a player he is.

"He has proved his ability over many years in the Premier League - sometimes against us - so it will be fantastic to play alongside him in a red shirt for Liverpool."

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