In football, some shirt numbers mean more. At Liverpool, the No. 7 shirt isn’t just a squad number,it’s a symbol. A badge of creativity, grit, and attacking excellence passed down from one Anfield great to the next.

The story of Liverpool’s No. 7 is written across eras and positions. From flying wingers like Ian Callaghan and Billy Liddell, to goal creators like Kevin Keegan and Kenny Dalglish, to mercurial talents like Luis Suárez and Steve McManaman, the shirt has always represented flair, risk, and responsibility.

The gold standard: Dalglish and Keegan

Kevin Keegan made the No. 7 shirt famous in the 1970s. A relentless forward with grit and guile, he helped Liverpool to league titles, UEFA Cups, and their first European Cup in 1977. His departure opened the door for Kenny Dalglish,who didn’t just inherit the number, but redefined it.

Dalglish wore No. 7 for over a decade, scoring 172 goals in 515 games and leading Liverpool through its most dominant era. He became the creative hub, the finisher, and eventually the manager. Today, he’s simply “King Kenny.”

Moments of magic: Beardsley, McManaman, Suárez

In the late ’80s, Peter Beardsley brought subtle genius to the No. 7 role. He linked with John Barnes and John Aldridge in one of the club’s most fluid attacks, winning titles and dazzling fans.

In the ’90s, Steve McManaman wore the number during Liverpool’s transitional years. A one-man highlight reel, he turned matches with solo runs and impossible assists. Though titles eluded him, his talent was undeniable.

Then came Suárez. Explosive, divisive, brilliant. In just three and a half seasons, the Uruguayan scored 82 goals and nearly delivered a Premier League title. For a time, he was the most dangerous player in world football.

A different kind of legend: James Milner

When James Milner took the No. 7 in 2015, it raised eyebrows. He wasn’t a forward. He wasn’t flashy. But across eight seasons, he earned the shirt through effort, leadership, and winning mentality. Milner played over 300 games, lifted seven trophies, and helped restore Liverpool’s status in Europe.

Sometimes legacy isn’t built on style, it’s built on consistency.

Why it still matters

The No. 7 shirt at Liverpool is more than history. It’s a challenge. Every player who wears it carries the weight of those who came before,and the hope of what’s next.

Florian Wirtz is the latest to take on that challenge. The German playmaker now wears the same number as Dalglish, Keegan, and Suárez. In a new era under Arne Slot, with a new Adidas kit on his back, Wirtz doesn’t just represent the future. He represents continuity.

Because at Liverpool, the number on your back tells a story. And No. 7 is always one worth telling.