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Gerrard: We must spend to challenge

Steven Gerrard has urged Liverpool's warring owners to back Rafael Benitez in the transfer market so the club can make a genuine title challenge next season.

Tom Hicks and George Gillett Jr are locked in a battle for control but skipper Gerrard hopes this does not distract them from backing boss Benitez this summer.

"I have to be careful I don't send expectations through the roof again but I am desperate for [a title challenge]," said Gerrard. "I believe in this team and this manager, and believe we can make it happen.

"We need help and new players, and the manager needs help from the board to make these signings and make us stronger. Other teams are going to strengthen so it's important we do. I do expect us to be involved next season."

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