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Liverpool FC managing director Ian Ayre insists the club is in no hurry to sign manager Brendan Rodgers down to a new contract, describing the matter a ‘distraction’ to this season’s Premier League title race. 

Rodgers is currently on the verge of guiding Liverpool to their first ever Premier League title, and their first league crown since 1990. He himself has stated he is comfortable waiting until the end of the season to begin negotiations, and Ayre seems similarly unfazed by holding off, with Rodgers’ current deal running out June 2015. 

“It’s never been an issue. At the right time, we will have that discussion. Right now isn’t the time,” said Ayre, “We don’t want a distraction. That’s a private matter. I know Brendan, myself and the owners are all very comfortable with that.”

Ayre did confirm that he does expect Rodgers to commit his future to Anfield when the time comes to finally strike a deal, with the club and manager hoping to soon return to the glory days.

“He’s just started on a road, as we all have, to rebuild this club and bring it back to greatness,” added Ayre.

“Hopefully if we achieve our Euro dream, then we will need bigger depth. We are talking daily with Brendan about this and others who deal with player recruitment.

“The owners are pleased with our progress. They will be over this weekend for the game away to West Ham on Sunday.

 “It’s great testament to them. We’ve had some tough days but the owners continued to invest in the club. Great credit to them for achieving what we are achieving.”

As many fans are getting excited with the prospect of Liverpool winning the league this season, Ayre is determind to be cautious, with Liverpool’s next 6 games set to make or break their season. These fixtures include massive games against Manchester City and Chelsea.

“Nobody is getting carried away, we need to take each game (at a time). What will be, will be.”


By Ben Kelly

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