The players who have worn the shirts of both Fenerbahçe and Liverpool

Fenerbahçe host English giants Liverpool at Kadıköy in matchday 4 of the UEFA Champions League. The Yellow-Navy Blues appointed Emre Belözoğlu as head coach on 3 November; for this game, the team is expected to be led by club legend and interim head coach Dirk Kuyt. Ahead of the Dutch coach's meeting with his former club, the players who have worn the shirts of both clubs over the years are in the spotlight.

Kuyt and Skrtel left their mark at both clubs

Among the players who have represented both sides, Dirk Kuyt holds a special place. The Dutch star, who posted an impressive record of 71 goals and 40 assists in 285 matches for Liverpool, joined Fenerbahçe in 2012. Kuyt spent three seasons in the yellow and navy blue shirt, producing 37 goals and 28 assists in 130 matches and becoming a fan favourite.

Another unforgettable name was defensive linchpin Martin Skrtel. The Slovak centre-back scored 18 goals in 320 matches at Liverpool before moving to Fenerbahçe in 2016. Skrtel spent three successful seasons with the Yellow-Navy Blues, contributing 7 goals and 3 assists in 119 matches.

Anelka and Meireles also on the list

Raul Meireles and Nicolas Anelka are among the other stars who played for both Fenerbahçe and Liverpool. Portuguese midfielder Meireles recorded 5 goals and 6 assists in 44 matches for Liverpool, while at Fenerbahçe he scored 8 goals and provided 12 assists in 105 matches. French striker Anelka scored 5 goals in 22 matches for Liverpool and found the net 16 times in 57 appearances during his Fenerbahçe career.

Moses, Markovic and Kent

Victor Moses, Lazar Markovic and Ryan Kent are also among the players who turned out for both clubs at different stages of their careers. Moses made 23 appearances for Fenerbahçe and 22 for Liverpool, while Markovic played 21 matches for Fenerbahçe and 34 for Liverpool. Ryan Kent, meanwhile, got his chance in 1 match for Liverpool and 19 for Fenerbahçe.