Liverpool cult hero who made 198 appearances looks unrecognisable with tattoos and huge beard

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One former Liverpool star has not played in the Premier League for around two decades and has undergone quite the transformation since retiring from playing footballOnce known for his outstanding strikes outside of the box and his flowing locks trailing in the wind, former Liverpool star Patrik Berger now has a very different image. The Czech international bagged 28 goals for the club, with almost half coming from further than 18 yards.READ MORE: I don't regret Liverpool exit – I had to leave after Jurgen Klopp clashREAD MORE: I knew I had to do something special against Liverpool - They were my idolsThe 42-times capped international saw a career that took in Sparta Prague, Borussia Dortmund, Portsmouth, Aston Villa and Stoke City before he retired in 2010.

He did spend time with sixth-tier Czech Republic club Dolní Chabry as an amateur after that point.Berger's time at Liverpool ended in an unfortunate fashion as knee injuries confined him to just four appearances as he fell down the pecking order. While he enjoyed scoring against the Reds in his first appearance against them, Berger looks back on his time with the club fondly.“You have to live for the day and I enjoyed my time at Liverpool,” he said when reflecting on such success.

It was a year I won’t forget with so many great memories and many friends I made for life.“The highlight of my career was signing for Liverpool, first off. I loved my time at Liverpool and to still be involved with the club is great.”In his post-playing career, Berger has kept busy.