Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez has dismissed reports linking
skipper Steven Gerrard with Manchester City.
"Gerrard is a local player and this is his club. He is a key
player for us and he is happy here,” said the Spaniard. "We are
improving every year and he knows that we can win trophies. That is
the most important thing.
"You never know about other players, they are professionals and
this is football. But Gerrard is playing well and if we are
improving he will be very, very happy here.
"The key is that he wants to stay here, that is the most
important thing. It is not a question of money.
"He has a commitment with the club and the fans, and as a local
lad he would prefer to stay here."