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<p>Florian Wirtz: Anfield's New No. 7</p>
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<p><img alt="Florian Wirtz vs. club legends - Can the midfielder become Liverpool's best ever No. 7?" src="https://tmssl.akamaized.net//images/foto/galerie/wirtz-dalglish-and-keegan-1754061734-173792.png" title="Florian Wirtz vs. club legends - Can the midfielder become Liverpool's best ever No. 7?"></p>
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<p dir="ltr">Liverpool fans were already buzzing for the upcoming Premier League season, and the club amplified that excitement by announcing that their new signing, Florian Wirtz, will wear the iconic No. 7 jersey. While many clubs cherish their notable attacking numbers—like No. 7, No. 9, or No. 10—the No. 7 holds a uniquely cherished status among Liverpool supporters. Consequently, Wirtz must perform at his peak not just this season, but for many years ahead if he aims to honor the legacy tied to this revered number. To grasp the significance, one only needs to reflect on the club legends who have proudly donned the No. 7 at Anfield throughout history.</p><br>
<p dir="ltr"><img alt="Liverpool No. 7 most games played" height="629" src="https://tmssl.akamaized.net//images/foto/newsansicht/liverpool-7-most-games-1754061247-173789.png?lm=1754061258" title="Liverpool No. 7 most games played" width="503"></p><br>
<h2 dir="ltr">Who Played the Most Matches as Liverpool's No. 7?</h2><br>
<p>Reviewing the records, it’s clear that several true legends have embraced the Liverpool No. 7 jersey over the years. Leading the charge is Kenny Dalglish, who made an astounding 489 appearances for the club while wearing this celebrated number. Following him are Ian Callaghan, James Milner, and Ballon d’Or winner Kevin Keegan, who made 313 appearances. Steve McManaman rounds out the top five with 169 games before his transition to Real Madrid. Considering modern players often participate in about 50 matches per season, Wirtz—at just 22 years old—could aspire to climb high on this list if he stays injury-free and remains with Liverpool for the next eight to nine seasons.</p><br>
<p><img alt="Liverpool No. 7 most goals and assists" height="629" src="https://tmssl.akamaized.net//images/foto/newsansicht/liverpool-7-most-goals-and-assists-1754061296-173790.png?lm=1754061305" title="Liverpool No. 7 most goals and assists" width="503"></p><br>
<h2 dir="ltr">Who Accumulated the Most Goals and Assists as Liverpool's No. 7?</h2><br>
<p dir="ltr">Wirtz's significant transfer fee from Bayer Leverkusen underscores his exceptional record of goals and assists in the Bundesliga, where he notched up 57 goals and 65 assists in 197 appearances—a remarkable average of 0.62 contributions per game. When we examine the all-time stats for Liverpool No. 7s, Dalglish and Keegan again dominate with 349 and 183 contributions respectively. If Wirtz can maintain his prolific form in English football, it would likely take him over 560 games to surpass Dalglish’s record—an arduous challenge, yet not unfeasible. Notably, hitting the top five would require more than 103 contributions, a target Wirtz should set his sights on as he progresses with the club.</p><br>
<p dir="ltr"><img alt="Liverpool No. 7 most trophies won" height="629" src="https://tmssl.akamaized.net//images/foto/newsansicht/liverpool-7s-most-trophies-1754061321-173791.png?lm=1754061328" title="Liverpool No. 7 most trophies won" width="503"></p><br>
<h2 dir="ltr">Which Liverpool No. 7 Has Won the Most Trophies?</h2><br>
<p dir="ltr">Unsurprisingly, Dalglish also tops the list for the most trophies won by a Liverpool No. 7, with an impressive tally of 25 major and minor honors during his time with the club. Following him are Ian Callaghan with 18, Craig Johnston with 11, Jan Mølby with 10, and Kevin Keegan with 9 trophies. Winning silverware was a pivotal reason for Wirtz's summer move to Anfield, but to match Dalglish's legacy, he would need to clinch every available title for seven consecutive seasons. While it may be a tall order, aspiring to catch up to Keegan's tally remains a more realistic goal for Wirtz as he forges his career with Liverpool.</p>
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