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.”

Have you seen a better Reds tattoo? Let us know in the comments below or send your pics to [email protected] 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 When I spoke to him I had no idea what design I wanted, I just knew that I wanted something about LFC as a birthday present for myself." As rumoured on social media, Szoboszlai confirmed that he has a tattoo inspired by the Liverpool legend on his arm. To feel the atmosphere; to cheer for them and of course to take a picture with the Bill Shankly statue and Shankly Gates."

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PSV Eindhoven were swept aside with ease in the last eight and, for the third year running, Benitez’s men were pitched against Jose Mourinho’s Chelsea in a major cup semi-final. A Joe Cole effort decided the first leg at Stamford Bridge in favour of the Londoners and Agger endured a difficult night after being targeted by Didier Drogba, coming in for criticism afterwards particularly from the Danish media who questioned the 22-year-old’s ability to play at the highest level. “You don’t need to worry about Daniel Agger, he’s going to be a top player for years to come”, Jamie Carragher told the assembled media before the Anfield second leg with manager Benitez also offering a ringing endorsement and big show of faith in his young defender’s capabilities. “Agger will learn from his experience against Drogba”, the Liverpool manager asserted. “Drogba can cause problems for some of the best defenders in the world. Daniel will be an even better player every time he plays in games such as this. He’ll have an outstanding game in the second leg. I’m sure of this. He’s that type of character.”

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. Dominik Szoboszlai has explained the influence that Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard had on his choice to take the no.8 jersey upon signing for the club. In previous interviews, the striker has said that the inkings on his right arm represent his parents and family members. I was petrified’ - Liverpool star went from Champions League heartbreak to tearful exit as a club legendAel ( pictured ), 31, said: "In the past I've done quite a lot of scripts bearing You'll Never Walk Alone. Agger himself knew he would have his work cut out to displace the central defensive duo who had marshalled Benitez’s side to European glory only months before but was keen to follow in the footsteps of fellow Dane Jan Molby who had established himself as one of Liverpool’s most popular overseas imports two decades earlier. "My aim is just to become a better player and win trophies and I hope Rafa can help me do that”, he said. “It is a big job to displace Jamie and Sami from this team but that is my job and I will fight for my place. I know it will be difficult to break into this team, they are the champions of Europe. I am aware of my countryman Jan Molby being at Liverpool. I know how good a player he was and what a great hero he was here, but if I can do anywhere near as good as him here I will be happy." 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." It was 15 years ago today that Liverpool signed a young Danish defender by the name of Daniel Agger. He said: "After tattooing this piece and through conversations with Javi, the club started to interest me. But after retiring from football in 2016 at the age of 31, the former defender took his artistic passion to new heights. The Hungary international also revealed a special link Gerrard, when asked by the club why he opted to take no.8.Shut your mouth' - Steven Gerrard dressing room incident made Liverpool star 'melt' after dream Anfield return

Liverpool defender started 'drinking and smoking' before red cards and angry falling out with manager after mystery illness He'd go on to establish himself as a huge Liverpool fan favourite, spending eight and a half years with the club. I was so angry that I didn’t listen' - Liverpool midfielder blamed social media for exit that left him in tears My head went as my hero was battering me' - Kenny Dalglish scathing phone message to Liverpool defender who proved him wrong 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)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. 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.