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Liverpool fans know the club’s history is full of great players who delivered in the biggest moments.

While legends like Steven Gerrard and Michael Owen often take the spotlight, others quietly played key roles in the team’s success.

These players may not have made headlines every week, but their contributions in crucial matches made a lasting impact.

For Jamie Carragher, one such player stands out—a man he believes Liverpool let go too soon.

Carragher’s view is one many fans may not have considered before.

Yet when you look at the player’s time at Anfield, it’s hard to argue against his importance.

His knack for scoring and creating goals in major games, especially against bitter rivals, made him a crucial figure during his years at the club.

Despite his achievements, his departure under Rafael Benitez left some wondering if Liverpool had made a mistake.

Jamie Carragher names his most underrated Liverpool teammate

In a Q&A with The Telegraph, Carragher revealed that his most underrated teammate was Danny Murphy.

Carragher said, “Someone who was really underrated was Danny Murphy.”

“Danny could play anywhere across midfield, created goals and scored goals—often in the biggest games.”

“Danny always turned up when it mattered against Everton and Manchester United.”

Murphy left Liverpool in 2004 after being told by Rafa Benitez that his playing time would be limited.

Carragher believes the decision to sell him was premature.

“He was not the most mobile player, but he was brave—he always wanted the ball and wanted to contribute,” Carragher said.

“We sold Danny too early.

He was a lot better than many we brought in afterwards, that’s for sure.”

Reflecting on Murphy’s impact, Carragher highlighted the midfielder’s courage and ability to perform under pressure.

“You see some midfielders highly rated today, and they hardly ever assist or score, and they will hide when the going gets tough,” he said.

Murphy himself admitted regret about leaving Liverpool, saying, “People say they have no regrets.

I regret not staying, but life is what it is.”

“It was a wonderful seven years for me, and being part of that Liverpool family is still very special to me.”

For Carragher, Murphy’s departure remains a moment of “what if” in Liverpool’s history.

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