Liverpool icon Jamie Carragher has sparked major controversy after openly criticizing his former club’s record-breaking move for Alexander Isak. The outspoken pundit warned that the Reds risk losing their identity by chasing marquee transfers rather than building on the club’s traditions.
Carragher did not hold back in his assessment. “This just proves how foolish Liverpool have become,” he said. “The club is now focused on big-name signings instead of players with potential who actually fit Liverpool’s culture. Mark my words, they could soon end up like Manchester United after Sir Alex Ferguson’s departure. Big-money transfers rarely work in the long run, and Liverpool could be heading the same way.”
The former defender then made a striking comparison, suggesting that Isak was not even the best available option. “How can you justify spending £125 million on Isak when there’s a striker for just £35 million who scored more goals last season? Isak is good, but he’s nowhere near that level. The other striker is far better — 100%.”
Carragher refrained from naming the alternative player, but his comments have already fueled speculation among fans and pundits. Some believe he was hinting at an emerging Premier League star or a rising European talent who statistically outshone Isak last season.
Liverpool supporters, meanwhile, are divided. A section of the fanbase agrees with Carragher, arguing that the club risks losing its identity by pursuing glamorous deals. Others defend the signing, pointing out Isak’s youth, proven Premier League ability, and potential to lead the line for years to come.
Regardless of where fans stand, Carragher’s outburst has reignited the debate over Liverpool’s transfer policy. Is the club staying true to its culture, or is it straying into risky territory in pursuit of instant glory?
For Carragher, the verdict is simple: Isak may be good, but someone else out there is “way better — 100%.”
