Jamie Carragher, the Sky Sports pundit, has called out Andy Robertson for his recent subpar performances, particularly after his mistakes cost Liverpool crucial points in a 2-2 draw against Fulham at Anfield. The match marked another difficult outing for the left-back, whose errors proved pivotal in a frustrating result for the Reds.
The game began poorly for Robertson when he was subjected to a strong tackle by Fulham defender Issa Diop. Many felt the challenge warranted a red card, but both the referee and VAR dismissed the incident. Not long after, Robertson misjudged a defensive situation, allowing Andreas Pereira to score and hand Fulham an unexpected lead.
Just minutes later, Robertson compounded his struggles with a heavy touch that gave possession to Fulham’s Harry Wilson. While trying to recover, Robertson committed a foul on Wilson outside the penalty area, denying a clear goalscoring opportunity. The foul resulted in a straight red card, leaving Liverpool with 10 men for the majority of the match.
Despite the setback, Cody Gakpo managed to equalize for Liverpool in the second half. However, Rodrigo Muniz restored Fulham’s advantage in the 76th minute, putting the visitors on course for an upset. Liverpool were eventually saved from a second home defeat of the season by a late equalizer from Diogo Jota.
Following the game, Carragher emphasized the need for Liverpool to strengthen their left-back position during the January transfer window. He singled out Bournemouth’s Milos Kerkez as a potential solution, praising the young defender’s aggressive approach and his impressive adaptation to the Premier League. Carragher also pointed out that Liverpool’s sporting director, Richard Hughes, was instrumental in bringing Kerkez to Bournemouth, making him a feasible target.
Speaking to *Sky Sports*, Carragher said Robertson’s struggles were evident during the Fulham game, especially after an early knock seemed to affect his play. He noted, “He doesn’t look like he’s running back fully. He got a knock earlier and was slow to control the ball before the red card.” Carragher added that Liverpool lack adequate back-up for Robertson, a problem that urgently needs to be addressed.
Carragher also highlighted Kerkez as a standout talent, describing him as “aggressive” and a “proper full-back” who has adapted brilliantly to the league. Meanwhile, Bayern Munich’s Alphonso Davies has also been linked as a potential long-term successor to Robertson.
Although Robertson has been a key figure in Liverpool’s success and remains a fan favorite, his recent form, including costly penalties in matches against Southampton and Real Madrid, has raised concerns. Carragher’s comments reflect growing sentiment that Liverpool must prepare for the future and provide Robertson with adequate competition or a replacement.
