Sadio Mane's PRICELESS reaction to 'red card' question
Mane has established himself as one of Jurgen Klopp’s most valuable players since joining from Southampton in a £34million deal last summer.
He bagged 13 goals and provided eight assists last season to help Liverpool return to the Champions League and has followed his form into this season, contributing to four goals already.
And Carragher, speaking after last night’s 2-2 draw with Sevilla, believes the Senegal international has replaced Coutinho as Liverpool’s star man.
Coutinho came off the bench against Sevilla to make his first appearance of the season following his failed attempt to force through a move to Barcelona in the summer and injury problems.
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Jamie Carragher says Sadio Mane is Liverpool's star man
I think [Sadio Mane] is the most important player for Liverpool
Jamie Carragher
Carragher told Norwegian broadcaster Viasport: "I think [Mane] was outstanding [against Sevilla].
"We speak a lot about Coutinho coming back but, at this moment, I think this man here [points to Mane] is the most important player for Liverpool."
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Liverpool will be without Mane for their next three domestic games after he was shown a straight red for his challenge on Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson last weekend.
And Carragher added: "[I’m] disappointed that he’s gonna miss the next three games."
Mane will miss Liverpool’s top-flight visit of Burnley on Saturday (3pm) and their two trips to Leicester in the Premier League and Carabao Cup.