Carragher: Now Stevie must stay

Jamie Carragher believes that Steven Gerrard will snub a £35million move to Chelsea if Liverpool knock them out of the Champions League.

The England midfielder sensationally rejected an offer from Stamford Bridge last summer after a deal had been agreed between the clubs and, with Jose Mourinho still interested, has vowed to reconsider his position at the end of the season.

Liverpool booked their semi-final date with Chelsea with a 2-1 aggregate win over Juventus and Carragher hopes beating his suitors will convince Gerrard to stay at Anfield.

The 24-year-old missed last night's goalless draw with a groin strain but should be fit to face the Premiership leaders on 27 April and 3 May.

Carragher said: "Why would anyone want to walk away from a club who had reached a European Cup final? These are good times at Liverpool at the moment and this result shows the club are going places.

"I'm sure Steven will be delighted back home. We're desperate for him to stay but it's his decision. If we get to the Champions League final it must have an influence."