Ian James Rush is a Welsh former professional footballer who played as a forward and is widely regarded as one of the greatest strikers of his generation. He is best known for his time at Liverpool, where he is the club's all-time leading goalscorer with a total of 346 goals in all competitions. During his illustrious career, he also had spells at clubs such as Juventus, Leeds United, and Newcastle United, while also being a key player for the Wales national team. After retiring, Rush has worked as a television pundit and continues to serve as an ambassador for Liverpool FC.