'I was with Fernando Torres and Luis Suarez at Liverpool – it's obvious who was better'
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Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard has ended the debate over Fernando Torres and Luis Suarez. Luis Suarez and Fernando Torres after a Liverpool All Star Charity Match at Anfield (Image: Getty Images)The ongoing debate surrounding Liverpool's best striker of recent decades continues to divide opinion, with Fernando Torres and Luis Suarez both staking their claims.
After claiming the League Cup during his second campaign, Suarez swiftly established himself and secured sixth place in the 2011 Ballon d'Or standings.Gerrard heaped praise on his "fantastic team-mate," who forged a devastating attacking alliance with Daniel Sturridge throughout the memorable 2013-14 Premier League campaign.The lethal pair combined for more than 50 goals and nearly delivered Liverpool their first title in 24 years, before Gerrard's notorious stumble gifted the title to Manchester City. Despite going their separate ways in the summer of 2014, Suarez and Gerrard have maintained a strong friendship.Fernando Torres and Steven Gerrard (Image: Clive Rose/Getty Images) Football transfer news and rumours plus selected offers and competitions Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you.
Just three years later, the Uruguayan struck again, this time targeting Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic.During the 2014 FIFA World Cup, Suarez sparked fresh outrage after biting Italian centre-back Giorgio Chiellini, earning himself a four-month ban from football.Liverpool's Uruguayan striker Luis Suarez (R) celebrates scoring his second goal with Liverpool's English midfielder Steven Gerrard (L) during the English Premier League football match between Liverpool and Norwich City at Anfield in Liverpool, northwest England on December 4, 2013. (Photo credit should read PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images) (Image: AFP via Getty Images)It was during this turbulent time that Suarez departed Gerrard's Liverpool, securing a lucrative transfer to Barcelona worth approximately £71m (€82m).