Jamie Carragher
January 2026
Carragher said Carrick should not be considered for the permanent United job, arguing he lacks the elite level needed to win the Premier League. He compared Carrick to Rosenior as managers unlikely to topple top-tier rivals, then selected a shortlist of Nagelsmann, Tuchel, Luis Enrique, and Howe, with Tuchel singled out as having the edge and confrontational drive to reset a drifting club.
Florian Wirtz
January 2026
Florian Wirtz said he was convinced his goal would be ruled offside after a long VAR check in Liverpool’s 2-2 draw at Fulham. The match swung late when Harrison Reed scored in stoppage time to deny Liverpool victory. Wirtz did not celebrate because he expected an offside call, while commentary later focused on the Premier League’s tolerance band within semi-automated offside, which can allow marginal decisions to stand. Carragher questioned how the goal was given.
Enzo Maresca
December 2025
Jamie Carragher warned Enzo Maresca he is risking his Chelsea job after the Italian used Saturday’s win over Everton to complain about a lack of support during his “worst 48 hours” at the club and then refused to row back on those comments. Speaking on Monday Night Football, Carragher argued Maresca’s remarks were clearly aimed at Chelsea’s owners and sporting directors, stressing that publicly challenging billionaire bosses rarely ends well and urging the coach to stay quiet, value the opportunity and avoid another Stamford Bridge sacking cycle.
Mohamed Salah
December 2025
Mohamed Salah’s claim that Liverpool have “thrown him under the bus” after three straight games on the bench has triggered a fierce backlash, with Jamie Carragher branding him a disgrace before later apologising, and supporters now deeply divided over whether the forward or the club is in the wrong. Salah argued that broken promises, a lost relationship with Slot and his track record justify a guaranteed starting role, but critics point to his poor season, his history of public contract pressure and Liverpool’s unbeaten run since he was dropped. Fans and pundits stress that no player is bigger than the club, while others defend his past contributions.
Ruben Amorim (Manchester United)
September 2025
Jamie Carragher slammed Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United stint as a “disaster” following a 3-1 defeat to Brentford. He claimed Amorim remains in charge only because the board fears admitting another mistake, warning his sacking is inevitable after United’s inconsistent start to the season. United have managed just two league wins this season, with defeats to Arsenal, City, and Brentford plus a Carabao Cup exit to Grimsby. Carragher argued any competent manager could improve results, calling for United to end Amorim’s tenure sooner rather than later.
Jamie Carragher
September 2025
Jamie Carragher has savaged Jadon Sancho, claiming the Manchester United winger lacks “much ability” and offers no standout trait. Sancho, returning from Chelsea, joined Aston Villa on loan after Amorim relegated him to United’s “bomb squad” ahead of his expiring deal. Speaking on The Overlap, Carragher contrasted Sancho with Rashford, saying he cannot pinpoint Sancho’s defining strength. With United unlikely to extend his contract beyond 2026, the winger faces a decisive spell under Unai Emery to salvage his career at Villa.
Ruben Amorim (Manchester United)
September 2025
Jamie Carragher claims Ruben Amorim’s charisma and looks have protected him from being sacked by Manchester United despite poor results and growing fan frustration. Amorim has 17 wins in 46 games since November 2024, suffering humiliating defeats including a Carabao Cup loss to Grimsby. Carragher argued Amorim’s image buys him time, though INEOS face pressure to act.