Graeme James Souness was born in Edinburgh, Scotland.

Souness signed professional forms with Tottenham Hotspur as a 15-year-old, marking the beginning of his professional football career.

Souness played for Middlesbrough FC, further developing his skills and gaining experience.

Souness joined Liverpool FC, where he achieved his greatest period of success, winning five First Division titles and three European Cup trophies. He was captain for three seasons and played a crucial role in the team's dominance during the late 1970s and early 1980s.

Souness moved to UC Sampdoria in Italy, continuing his professional career abroad.

Souness became player-manager for Rangers FC, leading the club to three Scottish titles and four league cups. His tenure was marked by significant success and controversy, including the signing of Mo Johnston, which broke the club's historical policy of not signing Roman Catholics.

Souness returned to Liverpool as manager for the 1991-92 English First Division season, marking the beginning of his managerial career in England.

Souness managed several clubs, including Galatasaray, Southampton, Torino, Benfica, Blackburn Rovers, and Newcastle United, with varying degrees of success.

Souness transitioned into a television analyst, regularly appearing on Sky Sports coverage of the Premier League and UEFA Champions League, as well as RTÉ's live coverage of the UEFA Champions League and Premier League. He became known for his sometimes controversial comments and frequent criticism of certain players, such as Paul Pogba.

Souness left Sky Sports, concluding his long tenure as a television pundit with the network.