Dominik Szoboszlai has discussed the significance of both his Steven Gerrard tattoo and why he selected Liverpool’s storied No. 8 jersey.

Szoboszlai became Jurgen Klopp’s second acquisition of the summer on Sunday when he transferred from RB Leipzig to Liverpool for £60 million.

His entry follows that of Alexis MacAllister, who, after signing from Brighton, has worn the No. 10 jersey, which was once worn by Sadio Mane before he left for Bayern Munich last summer.

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As Naby Keita left the team, the No. 8 jersey, which was most prominently worn by Gerrard, was passed down to Szoboszlai.

Gerrard has historically served as an inspiration for many Liverpool players due to his successes in Istanbul and dedication to the Merseyside club.

This respect extends to Szoboszlai, who has a quote from the former England midfielder tattooed on his arm: “Talent is a divine blessing, but without incredible will and humility, it is worth nothing.”

Finally revҽαling the depth of its strength is the 22-year-old.

Szoboszlai explains Gerrard’s tattoo.

In an interview with LFCTV regarding his arrival to Anfield, the Hungary international gave an explanation for why he chose to wear the No. 8 jersey.

“Not for any special reason, but it’s a large number,” he affirmed.

Many great players used this number.

Another reason is that Steven Gerrard gave me a tattoo, and he once said something that I can’t even remember.

Oyvind Leonhardsen, Stan Collymore, Jamie Redknapp, and Paul Stewart were prominent earlier wearers of No. 8, which was previously worn by Emile Heskey before Gerrard.

Szoboszlai will attempt to bring Liverpool back into title contention by imitating Gerrard’s exploits in a red shirt after a poor 2022–23 season.