Beyond the pedigree of the manager, Carragher also expressed tactical reservations about how Iraola would fit into the current squad at Anfield. Iraola is known for a relentless, high-pressing style that requires specific physical attributes from his players. There are fears that the current Liverpool roster, built for different systems, may struggle to adapt to such a demanding philosophy without significant overhaul.
"If Liverpool chose Iraola over Alonso, it is very worrying for Liverpool," Carragher added. "If it is because Alonso wants to play a back three, or his style of play, fair enough. But I am not sure Liverpool has the players to play Iraola's high-pressing game."