Christian Benteke has been handed Liverpool’s famous number nine shirt. The Reds signed Benteke from Aston Villa for £32.5 million two weeks ago.

The Belgian made a big impact on his debut last weekend, scoring a stunning volley in Liverpool’s 2-1 win over Swindon. And the 24-year-old has been given a confidence boost ahead of the new season after being confirmed as the club’s number nine for the new season.

Some of Liverpool’s greatest players, including the likes of Ian Rush and Robbie Fowler, have worn the squad number which became available following the departure of Rickie Lambert to West Brom.

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