Real Madrid [Images] football director Benito Floro said earlier this week that he wanted to sign the England [Images] midfielder.

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Benitez told reporters, however: "Steven Gerrard is not for sale. I don't want to waste my time talking about it.

"I have spoken to Steven and he knows the situation. He's a good player and people will always talk about him."

Gerrard was close to signing for Chelsea two years ago but has since signed a new contract at Anfield.

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