Jamie Carragher Says Chelsea ‘Need a New Goalkeeper’

Jamie Carragher, a pundit, has harshly criticized Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez for his performance in the Blues’ 2-1 loss to Liverpool. Carragher specifically criticized Sanchez for his part in Curtis Jones’ game-winning goal, saying the goalkeeper was not assertive enough in his zone, allowing Jones to take advantage of a mistake made by Reece James in defense.

Speaking on Sky Sports after the game, Carragher was clear in his assessment of Sanchez’s role in the goal, saying, “It’s so poor from Chelsea’s point. Reece James ambles in there. The goalkeeper is so poor. It was a poor touch from Curtis Jones really, and it’s poor from the goalkeeper, Robert Sanchez.” Carragher emphasized that Sanchez should have been more aggressive in coming off his line to challenge Jones, suggesting that “Sanchez has got to go and win that ball.”

Calls for a New Goalkeeper

Carragher went on to say that if Chelsea wants to compete at the top level again, they will need a new, more commanding goalkeeper.

“Jones should be terrified that a goalkeeper is coming towards him. You have got to get there and hope it hits you in the face and you keep it out. Chelsea need a new goalkeeper if they want to get back to where they want to be.”