Gerrard wants Morientes

From Sky Sports: Gerrard wants Morientes

by Graeme Bailey - Last Updated 22 Dec 2004

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has welcomed the possible arrival of Spanish star Fernando Morientes.

Gerrard has admitted he would love to see the arrival of El Moro - who is being strongly tipped to move to Anfield when the transfer window opens in January.

The Reds have already had one bid rejected by Real Madrid - but talks are believed to be ongoing and a deal could be struck within days, although there is also interest from other sides including Monaco.

The England star has now heralded Morientes's potential signing.

"He is a great player and scores in the league and cup competitions and in the Champions League," Gerrard told Sky Sports.

"I don't think he can play this season, but if we are able to get him then we get a great player.

"We have Spanish coaches and players, we have four of them already they will help him settle.

"We have a great team spirit here and I am sure if he did come then he would settle well."

Gerrard's own situation is continually under the spotlight, but he has again insisted he has no plans to quit.

"I am signed here for this season and another two, there is no situation it always happens at this time of the year," he continued.

When asked if he would be staying he replied: "Yes."