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Paul Scholes has named Steven Gerrard as the greatest Liverpool player of all time. Speaking to TNT Sports, Scholes emphasized Gerrard's status not just as a star player but as the leader and symbol of hope during a challenging era for Liverpool in the 2000s. Despite Liverpool not winning the Premier League during Gerrard's tenure, his leadership was crucial in some iconic moments, most notably the 2005 Champions League triumph.

Scholes highlighted that Liverpool has had many legendary players over the years, including Kenny Dalglish, Luis Suarez, and Mohamed Salah. While Salah has a strong claim as Liverpool's greatest due to his goal-scoring feats and all major trophies won with the club, Scholes singled out Gerrard for his unique impact. Unlike Liverpool’s dominant periods in the 1970s and 1980s or for the recent successes, Gerrard’s greatness shone through during a turbulent period for the club when they often appeared adrift in comparison to rivals like Manchester United, Chelsea, and Arsenal.

Scholes, himself a Manchester United legend, expressed great respect for Gerrard’s role as Liverpool’s talisman, describing the No. 8 as a player who epitomized Liverpool’s spirit and carried the team through tough times. Gerrard’s contributions have become the stuff of football mythology, especially the 2005 Istanbul final, which stands as a landmark moment in the club’s history.

While acknowledging Mohamed Salah's phenomenal and consistent performances, Scholes' view places Gerrard at the heart of what makes Liverpool great—leaders and visionaries who can inspire beyond just individual skill. Hence, according to Scholes, Gerrard remains the definitive Liverpool legend.

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