The PFA have praised Steven Gerrard for suggesting he's ready to play out his career at Liverpool.

Gordon Taylor, chief executive of the Professional Footballers' Association (PFA), welcomed the news.

"In spite of other clubs trying to tempt him away, he has committed himself to Liverpool," said Taylor, referring to Chelsea's two failed bids to sign Gerrard in 2004 and 2005.

"He's Liverpool through and through. He was a Liverpool fan as a boy and he's achieved every supporter's dream of captaining the club.

"He's a magnificent player and is one of the PFA's finest members. He was our Young Player of the Year (in 2000/01) and is a real leader. I'm sure all Liverpool supporters will be delighted by this news."