Reds ready to risk Gerrard

Steven Gerrard has been included in Liverpool's squad for Saturday's Premier League clash with Blackburn. The influential club captain picked up a thigh strain during the Reds' disappointing 3-1 UEFA Champions League defeat to Chelsea in midweek.He was expected to sit out domestic action this weekend in an effort to prevent him from further provoking the problem.However, with the Anfield outfit still chasing the Premier League title, Rafa Benitez could be willing to risk the midfielder against Rovers.The Spanish coach told Liverpool's official website: "Steven has some problems with his adductor. He will be in the squad but we still have to decide whether he will start."It is not very serious but we need to analyse the risk for the future as well. We know it's a very important game, so we'll decide tomorrow."We have to think about the best for Stevie and the team - both things together."This is a very important game, so we know it will be really good if he can play. But if we were to lose him for the next few weeks it could be a big risk."I will talk with him and the doctor on Saturday morning before deciding."

Source: SKY_Sports