Not a special reason but of course it’s a great number, a lot of great players had this number," he said. "And also I have a tattoo from Steven Gerrard, what he said – I don’t even remember when but before. It was also a reason why. Shut your mouth' - Steven Gerrard dressing room incident made Liverpool star 'melt' after dream Anfield return The club’s first insignia was the coat of arms of the city of Liverpool. The artwork depicts Neptune, the Roman god of freshwater and the sea, and Triton, the Greek deity and messenger of the sea. They are flanked by two Liver birds, or cormorants, with the Latin words “God has granted us this ease” underneath.

When I was a child, to be honest I didn’t watch that much football but of course when it was Champions League or a big game, I was watching Liverpool, the big teams and also the big players – and he was one of the biggest." The tattoo in question is scrawled in his native Hungarian across his arm, with the phrase: "Talent is a blessing from God, but without incredible will and humility, it is worthless." He said: "After tattooing this piece and through conversations with Javi, the club started to interest me.This new design contained the words ‘Liverpool Football Club’ for the first time, as well as a shift toward the shield form that has since been a mainstay of the club’s emblem. This variation existed previous to its placement on the 1987-88 season’s kit. To feel the atmosphere; to cheer for them and of course to take a picture with the Bill Shankly statue and Shankly Gates." It is unacceptable to play for one of Liverpool's arch rivals”, Agger said afterwards."For a Dane, it's about having respect for the club you play at. I am proud to be able to pull on my Liverpool jersey and will never go to another club in England. I would never go to Manchester United or Everton, for example. It's about a form of respect for the club. I suppose Liverpool got a lot of money for him and, if the player doesn't want to be there any more, there is no reason to keep him. I should say I think everyone at Melwood liked him and still do, because he is a good guy and we wish him all the best in a blue shirt - except against us. Why has Torres been so poor? That is a big question isn't it? How to explain that. But look at the team. We played awful, we were s***. He is a part of the team so, when everything is playing well, normally he plays a lot better. It is the same for everybody, for me, for Stevie, it is the same.” This includes pictures of both his mother and father and a message in German that translates into English as "Family unending love". Read More Related Articles In previous interviews, the striker has said that the inkings on his right arm represent his parents and family members.

The Hungary international also revealed a special link Gerrard, when asked by the club why he opted to take no.8.Previously, the club had gone with a more simple logo that featured a single Liver bird. This was the first logo to appear on a uniform, appearing on the white jersey worn in the 1950 FA Cup final defeat to Arsenal. It was 15 years ago today that Liverpool signed a young Danish defender by the name of Daniel Agger. LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 06: Fernando Torres of Chelsea is challenged by Daniel Agger of Liverpool during the Barclays Premier League match between Chelsea and Liverpool at Stamford Bridge on February 6, 2011 in London, England. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images) I was so angry that I didn’t listen' - Liverpool midfielder blamed social media for exit that left him in tears Chief among the Dane’s frustrations at his treatment was the fact he had twice turned down moves to Barcelona after seeking assurances from the Northern Irishman he was part of his plans. The Catalans had been keen to sign him during the two previous summers, with Manchester City also wanting to take him to the Etihad. “Whenever I had a good offer to go, I told Brendan that if he didn’t see me as part of his plans I’d leave but if he wanted me to stay then I’d fulfil my contract”, Agger said. “I loved being at Liverpool. My family loved it there. But if Brendan had said to me he wasn’t 100 per cent sure I would have gone. Brendan said he wanted me there but I don’t think he really did. How close was I to Barcelona? I had the contract in front of me. I just needed to put the signature on it. I could have done it as Liverpool actually agreed a price with Barcelona and I accepted my terms. I remember I had to go down in salary but I was fine with that.