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Pellegrini would consider move for Gerrard

ESPN staff
November 2, 2014
Steven Gerrard was unable to prevent Liverpool from losing to Newcastle on Saturday © Getty Images
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Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini has refused to rule out a move for Steven Gerrard if the former England captain fails to agree new terms with Liverpool.

Gerrard's existing contract with Liverpool ends in June and manager Brendan Rodgers remains confident the 34-year-old will stay on at Anfield beyond the end of the current season.

However, City have already demonstrated their willingness to put their trust in veteran players this season, bringing in the 36-year-old Frank Lampard on a short-term loan, and Pellegrini believes Gerrard still has plenty to offer in the years ahead.

"I don't ever rate players on their age," Pellegrini said. "It depends on the money they cost and the number of years they have [on their contract] but, like Frank Lampard, Steven Gerrard is a top player and he can continue at a high level for a couple more years."

Rodgers was also asked about Gerrard's future following the 1-0 defeat at Newcastle on Saturday.

"It's quite straightforward," he said. "I had a meeting with Steven's representative explaining the situation. I very much want him to be a part of what we are doing here.

"He's been a brilliant captain for me. I relayed that to the ownership. I'm sure he will go away with that and hopefully his representative will organise a deal.

"Steven is very much part of what I'm doing here. He's a unique player, a unique talent."

Gerrard made his senior debut for Liverpool in November 1998 having first been spotted by the club as a nine-year-old playing for local side Whiston Juniors.

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