Ian Rush was a Welsh former professional footballer who played as a forward. At the club level, Rush played for Liverpool from 1980-1987 and from 1988 to 1996. Ian is the club’s all-time leading goalscorer, having scored a total of 346 goals in all competitions at the club.
After working as a part-time striker’s coach for Liverpool under Gerard Houllier in 2003, he was appointed manager of his first professional club, Chester City in August 2004.
Why Did Ian Rush Leave Liverpool?
Due to the signings of youngsters, Ian Rush announced he would be leaving Liverpool on a free transfer when his contract expired on June 1, 1996.
His final game for the reds came as a substitute appearance against Manchester United in the 1-0 defeat in the FA Cup.