Former Liverpool captain Phil Thompson has tipped Jamie Carragher to become a successful manager once his playing days are over.

Thompson, who served as caretaker manager for six months during the 2001-02 season when Gerard Houllier was ill, believes that club-icon Carragher would make an excellent boss.

Speaking to Liverpool's official website, Thompson said, "I would think he definitely has what it takes to be a manager one day.

"He's got passion, enthusiasm and organisational skills. He loves his football and that's the biggest thing you need in order to carry on after playing.

"He has a real desire and love for the game in abundance."

Thompson went on to stress just how much Carragher enjoyed studying the game, continuing, "He's also a student of the game.

"When Gerard and I were here, and I'm sure Rafa has noticed this too, it was clear that Jamie watches everything football-wise. He'll watch Football First on a Saturday night and analyse other teams.

"He wants the knowledge and he wants to understand the game.

"And he's learned from the likes of Gerard and Rafa how all the fine details need to be spot on."

31-year-old Carragher has spent his entire career at Liverpool, making over 500 appearances in his thirteen years with the Merseyside club.