England manager Roy Hodgson has supported Jamie Carragher to become 'one of the country's top young coaches' when he retires at the end of the season.
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Former England defender Carragher announced on Thursday that he will end his 16-year professional career in May.
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Hodgson worked with Carragher during his short time in charge at Anfield.
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'' After retirement i'm sure he will march quickly up the coaching ladder and become one of the country's top young coaches '', he said.
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Former Liverpool and England stricker Michael Owen also believes Carragher can establish himself as a coach after playing.