"Firstly A big big thank you Jamie a true living legent immense player for LFC you wil be missed and lets hope you stay on in some kinmd of coaching capacity as a man with your callibre cannot just be left to leave plz sign him up in some kind of role and then a future LFC manager
YNWA
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"Thank you Jamie for being an amazing servant to the club hope you stay and join the back room staff true legend. The number 23 to retire with you Y.N.W.A"
"Thank you Jaime for being an amazing servant to the club please stay and join the back room staff to keep the club moving forward true legend. The number 23 to retire with you Y.N.W.A"
"Sad to see such a legend and underrated CB as Carragher retire. I really hope to see you back at the club on the coaching setup. You're mentality and ability to read the game doesn't come often and certainly hope your influence can rub off on the young stars coming through the academy. Shame you've not been in the first XI for the past few seasons but a consummate professional to the end. YNWA."
"Carra you are an Anfield living legend. I feel you still have something to offer on the pitch but you can leave on a high after we win for the Europa for you!!!"
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OMG Jamie, are we going to miss you. A true pro; through and through.
Thank you for all your years of dedication to LFC
and good luck in your future wherever it may lay."
"I was hoping he would stay for another year at least, and then join our coaching staff. It seems Carra has a different plan. Sky pundit, maybe? Thank yopu for all your hard work. We all dream of a team of Carraghers!!!"
"I thought he may have carried on abit but its shwos the dedication to the reds that depsite having the option to play on beyond his lfc career he chose the option of been a one man team and retire gracefully lets get the europa cup and 4th spot for him as a fitting tribute and end to his illustrious career"
"A great servant for LFC and will be surely missed when he finishes. At 35yrs old he is leaving because it suits him to and not through playing past his best. I hope LFC can find a position for him in the youth set up because his experience and coaching would be invaluable and perhaps eventually into management. Good luck Jamie for the future. YNWA."
"one of the many many highlight for me those last ditch tackles in instanbul whereby he was ful of cramp but stil putin his body on the lien fighting til the end
immense!!!"
"Always a Sad time when players like Jamie retire from the game. LEGEND in our Eyes. We must do everything to ensure that he is part of this club to encourage the young players."
"It just breaks my heart that this great Liverpool servant will not be a part of a Liverpool team tp win the PL. Carra, u have always and will always be Mr Liverpool. YNWA"
"It's been a privilege to watch Carra over the years at Anfield - the recent return to the team has made me feel like I did in Sami Hyypia's last season, so it feels right to me. Jamie will always be one of us, and a true legend of LFC - we need to keep him at the club in some capacity. YNWA."
"For every saving tackle Jamie has made I salute him and the way he has conducted himself on behave of LFC. He will always be an hero to every LFC fan. Thank you JC for the last 26yrs of you life"
"A true professional, a real LFC legend and will be sorely missed on the field next season. Thank you Jamie for all that you have given the club. YNWA"
"Legend!!!!! I hope you take up coaching, you will be an outstanding mentor, coach, motivator and eventually manager, good luck with your future ambitions and you will never walk alone...."
"Sad day. Carra Legend will hang up his boots at the end of the season, it's a historic announcement, a day to not forget, I'm a bit gutted to miss such a fantastic home grown Legend! I will take a bit of time to bounce back... I wish you any well for your future Carra YNWA Jamie Carragher"
"So many epic performances. Truely one of the greatest players to wear the red shirt. You have been a fantastic servant and your commitment has made you a firm favoue with all of us. You will be greatly missed. Let's hope there is one last trophy waiting for you at the end of the season..Thank you for everything..JC, YNWA"
"The true definition of Legend. Carra your efforts in every single game for us will never be forgotten. In my view if it wasnt for you're hurculean efforts in Istanbul we wouldnt have won that game. Lets hope you stay on as a coach and one day gaffer "
"Carra you are a part of the very sole of LFC and nothing will ever replace you and what you mean to the club and us fans. We all knew it was coming but could have waited.... You last game will be a sad game for that reason but I for one am sure you will not be gone forever"
"Heavy hearts and sad eyes in our household this lunchtime Jamie - You are the ultimate professional and we thank you for everything you have done for Liverpool.
Here's to you to become Liverpool Football Club Manager !! You will never ever walk alone !"
"This man is an absolute hero, needs a role a club, ill still remember him down and injured in Istanbul, the medical team telling him to come off and he just got up and jogged back to the action, an inspiration! WE ALL DREAM OF THE TEAM OF CARRAGHERS!!"
"Need more players with his att itude. Good luck in your future job, presumably he has that already lined up, either in coaching or in the media. Hope its still at LFC."
"So many plaudits you could bestow upon you Jamie BUT only one rings true,
LIVERPOOL LEGEND !!!!!
So many great memories, Istanbul being tops for me.
Surely our great club will offer Jamie a coaching role with our youngsters and perhaps leading to first team and Manager one day.
good luck Jamie in whatever you decide.
YNWA , EVER IN OUR HEARTS
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"A real Liverpool legend, an absolute joy to watch. Generations to come will hear of the ability, grit, determination and passion of one of the finest footballers ever to wear the red of Liverpool F.C
All the best Carra Y.N.W.A"
"All the best carra, true legend, hope you have a yr off and enjoy yourself then come back to work with the youngsters. Future manager current legend!! Ynwa Jamie Carragher"
"Very shocked to hear this especially with his recent performances, but hopefully this season will finish on a high, much like Jamie Carragher's career. "
"I am absolutely gutted to hear this. Jamie is our best defender by miles.
I just hope he is joining the backroom staff, he deserves the opportunity for all he has done for our club."
"Jamie is retiring, at his age, mmmmm shame even at his age now he is better than what we already, such a shame, should have been given more games and a new contract before now, disgrace to let him go, when you see who and how they have been playing so far this season "
"Wow, one of the dynamic duo is retiring. I am shuddering at the prospect of hearing SG utter the immortal words of: "I am retiring" Tis a sad day, a very sad indeed..."
"I was lucky enough to be at The Ataturk Stadium on the 25 May 2005. Arguably the greatest night in our history. Your performance that night was majestic. And one weâ"
"Wow didn't expect that one Jamie, I'd have thought you had another season in you. Thank you so much for all the hard graft and great memories you have given to us fans. All the best carra you are an absolute legend mate. YNWA Jamie Carragher"
"Please join the back room staff LFC never been the same since the last of the old bootroom left we need another one, a modern one with you Carra, Stevie when he retires and my favorite God! I think theres room for more with the passion for the club as well including Rush maybe if he fancies it and theres loads more im sure would love to, like Danny Murphy when he retires also"
"NOO!!
YNWA Jamie, you have been the spirit of this team for the past 2 decades, and that it shaped the growing up of the likes like me, watching you never giving up on ever single ball. I'm proud to be part of the Reds, and i'm blessed to grow up watching you. Tyrant, Colossal, Giant, most of all, you are true Legend. YNWA!"
"NOO!!
YNWA Jamie, you have been the spirit of this team for the past 2 decades, and that it shaped the growing up of the likes like me, watching you never giving up on ever single ball. I'm proud to be part of the Reds, and i'm blessed to grow up watching you. Tyrant, Colossal, Giant, most of all, you are true Legend. YNWA!"
"A True 100% Legend, and a great credit to himself, his Profession, his familiy and to this Great Club he has served so well , All the best Jamie, Something tells me we will see you again at this club in the Future.Its been a privilege . YNWA "
"TRAGIC, Some one please talk him out of this I doubt if he reads these things but please tell him we need him and owe it to him to keep him at the club "
"A player that always gave 100% in every game, a true liverpool legend and one hell of a guy. In the last couple of seasons jamie was struggling to keep up the super high standards he set himself and perhaps he wants to leave when he is still at the top. ynwa jc"
"Absolutely gutted that Carragher is retiring this year, thought he would of had a one year extension. Would love to see him in the background coaching the young players since his desire and drive will still always be there and it could have a good affect for us in the future. The last of the Houlier back 4. YNWA King Carra LFC Legend."
"Carra's inclusion in the first team and the way he played had me thinking he would go on for a few more years. Sad day indeed for all Liverpool supporters. Now we need to have him go out on a high-Europa champs and 4th. YNWA Jamie."
"Always Knew that Jamie would know when the time was right. Of course will be sadly missed, but hopefully the club will maintain links through a suitable role for him. It's going to be some send off. Respect Jamie and YNWA."
"The word legend is used far too often when referring to players, however, in Jamie's case the word is insufficient and does not do justice to one the greatest players to grace Anfield.
YNWA
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"Jamie's unthinkable to be without you.please stay with the club in some other capacity, with a view to managing our beloved club in years to come.ynwa
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"Wow, Carra defines the word Legend. Wish they could connect an ear-piece to Skrtel with Carra giving instructions. Surely he will be our Defensive Co-ordinator, pundit then onto management. "
"I write this with a very heavy heart so sad to read the news the club will not be the same without the LEGEND that you are
The No 23 Shirt should retire with him
CARRA CARRA CARRA THE LEGEND
Best Wishes YNWA
YNWA"
"Carra So sad to hear you're leaving your club at the end of the season. You've been a true LEGEND at this club. I desperately hope you will have a position within the club. I Hope as a future Manager#YNWA"
"Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooohe has to continue with LFC in some capacity"
"So Stevie G has another 3 years.....the Reds must win the PL before then - pleaseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeCaptain Fantastic cannot retire without that accolade on his CV!"
"So sad to hear the news of your retirement, you are a legend Carra and have been and will remain an inspiration to all who serve and have served LFC. YNWA. xx"
"A Fantastic servant of the club and has earned everyone's respect in or outside the club will be truly missed and could have played in any Liverpool squad.
Legend 23."
"what a defender we have had over the past 16 years. you will be truly missed Carra. There's one more thing i would like to say...'i'd love a team of Carra's'...thankyou Jamie. YNWA"
"Come LFC let's win the Europa league for carra. I was hoping to see him play for one more season so to give him another chance at winning the league. You rock Jamie, ynwa. "
"Totally unacceptable to me!! I still remember the smile on Jamie's face after Carling Cup Final! He played wonderful a game against Arsenal and City! I wonder if he would play another two season with us! Hope you can change the decision Jamie.. Anyway, you will never walk alone!
Chinese Fan"
"Absolute Legend. Once was a Blue but now bleeds RED through and through. To hear him speak of his passion and love of Liverpool brings a tear to my eye. All players who sign for LFC should take a leaf out of Carra's book. You will be sorely missed but will never walk alone."
"Thank you for all you have given to our wonderful club. There are very few footballers who win honours at the top level. You have achieved so much. I will always remember you as a player who gave his all to LFC. I actually feel quite sad to think you are retiring. Perhaps you will come back to our club as a member of the back room staff. YNWA"
"I'm not ashamed to admit, that brought tears to my eyes! And also makes me 1000 times happier the shirt I ordered yesterday has 23 Carragher on it! YNWA!"
"We all knew this would come sooner rather than later you will be missed a leader on and off the pitch hopefully you will stay with the club and help bring through some more youngsters like yourself. YNWA legend is overused these days but i think this is one of those times were its appropriate"
"This is a sad day, though we knew that one day it had to come , it,s still a shock when it happens. Jamie Carra ,IS a Liverpool legend , he is up there with Dalglish , Rush , Molby ,the list goes on. His pride in the shirt and the club is unquestionable , I wish we had many more like him. Liverpool boss one day Jamie, it has to be."
"A true legend who would have fitted in to any of the great Liverpool teams.
Take up coaching cos anything else you do will we a waste of your knowledge."
"If there's anyone who deserves the league le, it's you Jamie! But it doesn't matter, to us and those outside the club who see it, you're an inspiration to football and the passion is unrivaled."
"many many thanks to jamie for some glorious moments. what a player and role model. i hope the club will make use of his talents and love for the club in coaching roles of some kind. all we want is a team of Carraghers, a team of Carraghers, a team of Carraghers!!!!!"
"End of an era since Carra & Stevie both represent the last of the 90s crop. Hope he stays and be a inspiration for the academy youngsters. I am happy for him since going by the form he's shown in last 2 games, he's signing off on a high. Legend. YNWA!"
"He's been playing really well lately so it's a bit of surprise because he looks like he'e got at least another season left in him but maybe it's best to quit while you're ahead and leave them wanting more.Good luck and thank you Jamie. Hope you stay at the club, YNWA. "
"As much as I have deceived myself into hoping that this moment never arrives, it lands right on my door step first thing this morning. No one can go on forever, but, thank you for all the great memories and for your wonderful committment to our great club. YNWA."
"Legend is just not that big a word for you..How i will miss you, you have no clue.. That block on Ronaldinho oh and countless body blows.. Hope some one fills this void.. YNWA Jamie"
"his leadership will be sadly missed in this team.. by far the best defender for the last decade.. An absolute must for defensive coach next season.. the number 23 should be retired in his honour
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"I wil nvr frget the incredible contribution of Jamie Carragher 2 LFC for as long as I live. True legend. One day I wil tel my kids stories bout his immense performances, his unwaivering loyalty, his love 4 the club, the bottle he demonstrated time & again throughout his career & above all his huge heart.
We will always dream of a team of Carraghers.
YNWA Carra."
"What a massive loss.Big boots to fill,for sure.I hope he stays at the club in a coaching role,as he has so much more to offer.IMO a commanding CB is now top priority in the summer.Carra an absolute legend,without doubt."
"Liverpool will not be the same without Jamie C he is just the heart of the club that we all loved and it will never be the same. The Club must try to get him to work in couching or something to help the running of the club. When Stevie goes my life time love of LFC will be over."
"Thanks Jamie for everything you have done and good luck in the future. I believe one day we will see him managing Liverpool winning us lots of silverware. YNWA . Thank you JAMIE CARRAGHER"
"We all dream of a team of carras!!! Sad to see him retire but full credit to him for his loyalty and passion, nobody can create what he had and felt for liverpool well maybe they can like gerrard but he has been amazing and nothing less only more :) YNWA ever jamie!"
"All Reds are proud of having you. All you have done for Liverpool, all you have said about Liverpool will always be remembered. Carra23 the Legend of Liverpool! Join the coaching staff, Legend! "
"A true legend.......BR plz give this guy a coaching role.......he deserves nothing less.......thank u carra.......the whole liverpool fc family loves u.......ynwa!!!"
"GUTTED! But all good things come to an end! You've been, and will continue to be, an absolute legend for this great club. If future Liverpool players show half of the commitment you have over the years then there will be good times ahead. I wish you every success in whatever you do. YNWA"
"IT WILL BE A MASSIVE MISTAKE TO ALLOW HIM TO LEAVE THE EMPLOYMENT OF LIVERPOOL F C . THE CLUB MUST DO EVERYTHING IN THERE POWER TO FIND HIM A POSITION OF EMPLOYMENT"
"Carra must stay on as part of the coaching staff,not to offer him some sort of role would be a kick in the nuts to one of our greatest servants. THANK YOU JAMIE for being who you are."
"Jamie, it's been a privilege and an honour to have watched you play for LFC. You are not only a great player but a great ambassador for LFC. What ever your chosen path is, I am sure it will be successful. All the best to you and your family. YNWA"
"Teared up a little hearing this. I was only 3 when he started playing for Liverpool so I cannot remember a time when he wasn't with us. Absolute character, gentleman and one of the best defenders I've ever known"
"The word legend is massively over used by the media but there is no other description for Carra. A true LFC legend and one of our greats. Thanks Jamie for everything and like many more I hope to see you back at Anfield soon. It goes without saying that YNWA."
" I love this guy so much that I will presonally miss him. Jamie Carragher you are the best. thank for all the time you put in. God will reward you. again thanks."
"What a sad day this is for everybody connected with Liverpool F.C.
But for Jamie this must have been one of the hardest decisions he"s ever had to make,
A True Legend as the song says A Team of Carraghers!!!!
Thanx for some GREAT MEMORIES CARRA YNWA...."
"Absolute legend Carra.. Every match you gave heart and soul for the club. Can't remember you having one bad game!Best memory is 2005 Champions League semi final against chelsea..you were awesome :)Hope you begin a coaching career at LFC. #YNWA"
"LEGEND. Absolutely gutted. I love the guy. Carra has always been part of Liverpool since I can remember. He has been a quality player throughout his career. He will manage LFC one day for sure. All the best in the future YNWA"
"Just want to say I'm gutted that Jamie Carragher has dceided to retire at the end of the season. He has played brilliantly this season when asked to come in. He will always be a legend at LFC for everything he does on and off the pitch. I'm sure I echo many Liverpool fans thoughts when I say I hope he stays on or comes back in time as a coach. Jamie Carragher, future Liverpool manager ? YNWA !"
"Massive guy at this club-he almost is Mr LFC, would be a shame if he wants to go elsewhere as he has so much to offer but we will see, no one could hold it against him ifhe did, wish him all the best either way YNWA"
"Would love to see him stay at the club and be groomed as our future manager. Will definately be missed in every single aspect at the club from playing to his experience around the place. Thanks for everything Jammie. FSG take note. Its not always about RESALE VALUE. It about what you give while your here."
"One of the best players I have seen to read a game, I remember in one game he was badly injured and was to miss the rest of the season instead of going to the side of the pitch he stayed on and shouted at the manager to get a player on instead of going down to ten, the commentator said that really epitimises carragher and what he is about, legend."
"WE ARE A TEAM OF CARRAGHERS, says the song.
Make him coach and make him play for one more season, or until we get someone like him. Just one more Season, please!"
"This is incredible! Sad news. Especially considering his contribution in the last couple of games. What if we are serious challengers for the le next season? It would be horrible for him to miss out. Really, really shocked! Anyway, thanks and best wishes Jamie!!! YNWA!"
"You will be sadly missed Jamie. You are a true legend and ambassador to football both on and off the field. Wishing you every success for the future. YNWA"
"Don't leave !
You are so important to all of us - to us fans, the players , the manager, the officials , the directors, the club as a whole, to everyone. - You are what Liverpool is about !!
"
"A model proffessional,and a gentleman. He and his liverpool colleagues over the years have given me many happy memories. Good luck Carra, if there is one footballer on this planet who deserves the 'Legend' status its you."
"I can just about understand that Jamie might want to retire as a player but am stunned and very sad that the statement says he "is to leave LFC and will be retiring from football.""
"Few minutes ago, i just bought the home kit at the lfc online shop with Carragher 23 at the back.
This is my saying of thank you for the wonderful experience.
Good bye Jamie!"
"Just heard the news, unbelievable, Jamie legend is too mild a word for you, there is no words that can describe what you have been and
meant to LFC and the fans over the years, great memories and a true scouser. Please stay on the coaching team, the youngsters need your example. God Bless you Jamie. Sad day. YNWA"
"This statement is one more proof who is Carra-Legend.That's the way how truly LFC player and gent. respond.Thanks for all these 15 years,Jamie.Your team's comitment has been fantastic.Thanks,Carra and YOU'LL NEVER WALK ALONE!"
"Have tears in my eyes reading this. This lad is the heart and soul of LFC and it's going to be strange not seeing his name on the team sheet every week. We all knew it was coming but I can say I've never been so gutted to see a player hang up his boots. YNWA Jamie lad!"
"a sad day in Liverpools history but nobody can go on for ever a true great player for the club,not many players stay with just one club good luck Carra maybe one day you will be the man in charge of Liverpool YNWA JFT96"
"You are what football and our club are all about Jamie and we wish you all our best to you and your family in a well earned rest,because you certainly have not rested while you have been on the pitch !!!Bless You for all your efforts. YNWA."
"jamie you are a legend and have been immense for this club. hope somehow you will change your mind as last few games show you can still do a job. hopefully your knowledge and loyalty wont go to waste. we love you jamie. YNWA WALK on"
"I would of hoped for (expected even) a simultaneous announcement from LFC about a coaching role.
If we do not retain JC's services in some capacity
then it really is a very sad day for LFC, and suggest a different kind future for the club. "
"Carra,
You have been a star for longer than i can remember and will be missed beyond belief at LFC when you retire.
"we all dreamed of a team of Carraghers".
YNWA"
"Not a shock but still a very very sad day when my favourite contemporary footballer decided to hang up his boots. Gutted..... Always Carra 23 but my No.1 player."
"May as well have told me a close member of my family have die. Can't believe you're going J. Thanks for all you have done and will (most likely) continue to do. Best wishes for the future xxxx"
"THANK YOU CARRA!!!!!
Quite surprised to hear this, since he was getting game time, bt will still be missed...im sure years to come we'll still be talking about the LIVERPOOL LEGEND-JAMIE CARRAGHER"
"That has come as a bit of a shock.Considering his recent form I thought he might be around for one more season.
Mere thanks are not enough, the guy is a legend ."
"Ohhh Jamie, I don't think we're ready yet. I pray you stay with us in some capacity. You are an absolute legend as well as an amazing guy and role model to all. Such passion and knowledge of the game, such devotion to the club, unbelieveable commitment. It's very sad news but THANK-YOU for everything!"
"For a year or so I have been thinking Carra is past his best but he's shown in the last couple of games that he can still be as good as any defender in the league. His amazing football brain and his red heart have been such an asset to this club, and I hope we see him here for a long time as a coach and future manager. YNWA."
"What can you say about Carra that hasn't already been said? Legend barely covers it and I hope we see him at the club for a good many years yet in some role. I've lived abroad for 15 years and the most genuine tribute I can give is that when I was last in England I bought a shirt and it was Jamie's name and number I wanted on the back. Fantastic servant and an inspiration to all young players."
"A big Thanks Jaime for all unconditional love and sacrifice for the Club
I have always thought you were the best CB in the EPL not just for your football abilities but also because of your courage love loyalty to protect LFC in every game
something is missing nowadays in footballer
I'm sure that even in another life YOU will be a Liverpool player allover again YNWA!!
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"What can you say, he's a real; man in every sense oif the word, a true sportsMAN and a real gentleMAN but above all else he is a legendry Liverpool MAN.
Where ever you go or what ever you do all the very best and take care."
"Thank you Jamie for all of your work and commitment to Liverpool FC and all the you Joy you brought to us throughout the years. It's been a privilage to watch you give your all for the Team week in week out. Your one of a dieing breed, Loyal to the core. YNWA!"
"Carra is a legend at Liverpool and I think he has picked the right time to retire. He's still playing well and it's always best to go that way.
He has earned the respect of football fans all around for his loyalty, determination and commitment to the club.
He will not be forgotten and I hope he still has some part to play at LFC. "
"Jamie, you're the mouth of the north with a crunching heroic tackle yet you remain graceful and wise with your choice. I would have you play until your legs didn't work - Your expertise helped our team compose so much against city."
"I want to thank you for making a passionate part of my life an inspiration to watch. Absolute gentleman and forever the best gutsy all-round defender Liverpool ever had. You epitomised scouse pride when you cramped up in the CL."
"such a great gentleman and an even greater hero will be missed by so many been watching you for long felt like you would always be there so sad at this news but so happy for you and your family thanks for everthing cara YWNEWA"
"And I want it recognised that players like you Jamie are what makes football the beautiful game. Pride, hard work, grace on and off the pitch, the will to learn and most of all heart. You have that a million times over. You'll never walk alone."
"Gutted as I reckon he still had another season or 2 left in him as he showed over the past few weeks. However, its Carra's decision. Take a year break off but please come back! You'd be the perfect defensive coach. Brendan, you are going to have a tough time finding a replacement however, this needs to be your summer transfer priority!"
"i think we all know jamie was retiering soon if not this season it would be next.the days of a player STAYING AT ONE CLUB FOR ALL THEIR CAREER are long gone.carra was LOYAL to the very end. unlike the players of today,who only care abt flash cash.CARRA YOU ARE IN THE HALL OF FAME and as i type im crying.remember WE ARE LIVERPOOL FC TODAY,TMRW AND ALWAYS ..LOVE FROM CENTRECIRCLE100 YNWA"
"All the very best for the future, whatever you decide!
C'mon LFC -get top 4 and give Carra a decent send off!!
Been my LFC idol since I was a kid - true Redman at heart, shows his passion everytime he walks on that pitch - and plays with PLENTY OF BOTTLE!!!
YNWA"
"Gutted about this. I think he can play on, but he's a proud man & doesn't want to be only getting a handful of games. This season's defensive frailties has shown we're not ready to replace him yet.. If I was Rodgers, I'd beg him to play on... Hope the people who've been demanding he quit are happy now.. "
"Got upset when I heard the news on Sky news.Jamie, you do not have to tell us you did your best, we know that you did more than your best.
You are a great example to others,a legend and thank you for everything and I hope this is not a goodbye forever as I believe you still have more to offer us in another role. "
" one of the best he will live on in our hearts for years to come, and will never be for got tone all the best and hope to see you working at anfield "
"Youv'e been a quality servant to the club thanks for all the memories. Pity thought you could go one more season you've put in some quality displays this season"
"It has been a total pleasure to watch Jamie over the years. He is everything I want my club to be about. Surely, if he wants to, he must join the backroom staff, he is Mr Liverpool. A wonderful player,a legend!"
"SUCH A SHAME. JAMIE'S CHARACTER, PRESENCE, COMMITMENT AND FIRST CLASS ATT!TUDE WILL BE SORELY MISSED AT ANFIELD. HOPEFULLY, THERE'S A POSITION AT THE CLUB IN SOME CAPACITY IN THE NEAR FUTURE. LFC LEGEND !!"
"Your ties with LFC are permanent Jamie, as is the admiration from your fans. You've stayed with us through thick & thin, quietly doing the work of an incredible defender, leader & role model. The acronym YNWA was made for players like you."
"What a legend you are Jamie. Istanbul summed you up, those tackles made sure we won that European Cup. Gutted to hear you've decided to call it a day but I really hope you stay on in a coaching role. YNWAJC"
"Jamie Carragher, Liverpool through and through; legend, rock and ultimate player. The world will see you return to this beloved club in a senior role, and the machine that was Liverpool FC will march on again. Thanks, lad, you are amazing.YNWA"
"Thank you, Jamie! It will be the greatest loss to LFC to see the most committed player we've had leaving.
Would really like it for you one dday to take this club to greater heights! YNWA"
"Retirement from playing I can just about get my head around but last season at LFC NOOOOOOOOO!!!!!! The club must keep him on in a coaching capacity, the only exception being if he wants to gain some experience at another club first."
"saddest news in years, but inevitable. enjoy an extended break with your family then get ur ass back here in the coaching ranks. freak of footballing nature, solid dependable etc etc. gl n ynwa"
"As ever Carra rises to the occasion and bows out with great dignity and respect. The younger players who want everything now and aren't prepared to graft for it should take note. Hope he stays with the club in some meaningful capacity. YNWA"
"jamie u have been a great ambasador for this great club of ours and i want to thank you personally for your contribution. u will be sadly missed on the field by us all but i know u will never be far away and your heart will always be ours .Y.W.N W.A "
"Is this a trick to get me to buy another Carra jersey...All jokes aside you hope the day will never come but of course it does at some point.Thanks Carra for all everything. You are a true professional and a legend at our club. Feel free to stick around off the pitch and spread the spirit of Liverpool to all youngsters fortunate enough to get to play for us."
"Funny...he has been needed in the team and has been played by Brendan in crucial matches which needs his leadership. Why retire ? Not yet more me. Brendan still needs his services."
"Thanks man, you have been superb for the club. A real leader, very loyal and patient when thins are working or not, when we're winning and losing.
I can imagin the task left to Steve Gerald, I know he'll be themost sad for your depature.
If I'm asked, you still have some other two great season.
YNWA. "
"Carra, Istanbul, body on the line. nobody will ever forget what you have given to this club. I hope you become our manager one day and that this is just a break and not a goodbye.that last match at Anfield in may is gonna be one hell of a tearjerker."
"Jamie Carragher is a great Liverpool hero whose love for Liverpool should be harnessed. Therefore Jamie should be inducted as a coach! His ability and experience should not be wasted!"
"thank you Jamie for the dedication and effort you have put in for Liverpool. Legend gets banded about too much for players but you are a true legend. Good luck for the future and hopefully we will see you in the Anfield dugout as manager for the Red Men.
YNWA"
"Please offer him a position as Brendan's Assistant..... He is true Legend, i don't think anybody else could use his 23 shirt... keep it only for Carra.."
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7th Feb 2013 12:48