Liverpool boss told Real Madrid won't bid for Gerrard

Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez says he has been assured by contacts at Real Madrid that they're not interest in skipper Steven Gerrard.

"I read about Real Madrid and Steven but I am sure it is not true," said the Liverpool manager.

"I have spoken to the player and to people in Madrid and they told me it was not true. Maybe someone just needed some news!"

"We will have plenty of time to enjoy Steven Gerrard at Liverpool. I hope he will be here with us for years."