Relief pitcher Arthur Rhodes and left fielder Jonny Gomes have a desire to come back to the National League Central Champions for the 2011 season, according to MLB.com’s Mark Sheldon.

“I already told them that I want to come back, that I’d love to come back,” Rhodes said. “I’ve had a wonderful time here. I’ve enjoyed myself. We’ll see what happens in the offseason.”

The 40-year-old Rhodes will be eligible for free-agency after the World Series. He had a 4-4 records with a 2.29 ERA in 69 appearances for the Reds this past season.

Gomes has a $1.75 million club option for next season. He set career highs with 86 RBIs and 148 games played.

“I’d like to come back,” said Gomes.

Gomes, 29, signed a $800,000, one-year deal with the Reds just before Spring Training. The Reds have not indicated whether they will exercise the option.