'Jamie Carragher is a phenomenon'
Brendan Rodgers today paid tribute to the 'phenomenon' that is Jamie Carragher ahead of his 737th and final appearance for Liverpool on Sunday.
The 35-year-old will hang up his boots following this weekend's Anfield fixture with Queens Park Rangers - and the boss admits he'll be sorely missed.
Rodgers told the Liverpool Echo: "There will be many things said about Jamie this week. He's a remarkable man.
"His humility and sheer professionalism is incredible. You saw his performance at Fulham on Sunday and for me he can play on.
"He's always wanted to go out at the top and there's no doubt he's doing that because he's a top performer.
"He's never had a lazy day since I came in here. He hasn't had a lazy day since he was eight years of age and he walked into Liverpool. He is a phenomenon.
"I worked with a lot of top players during my time at Chelsea and I've just been amazed by Jamie.
"There is a real sadness for me because he epitomises everything that I want. Jamie has never wanted an easy day and he's an absolute credit to his football club, his family and he's a sheer joy to work with."
Carragher will take up a punditry role with Sky Sports next season - and Rodgers believes he'll prove a hit with viewers.
"Jamie will move on to the media next year and he'll demonstrate his intelligence," added the manager.
"His knowledge of football means he will be a joy to watch. For supporters next year he will give an amazing insight because he is stepping right off the top of the bill to the television screens."
A new documentary featuring Jamie Carragher's managers, teammates and some high-profile opponents airs for the first time at 7pm BST on Friday, May 24 on LFC TV. 'Carragher' will also be available on LFC TV Online and will conclude a fortnight of tributes across club media.