Jamie Carragher has no hesitation in naming Joelinton as the most underrated player in Newcastle. The Brazilian midfielder has been a revelation since Eddie Howe moved him into a central midfield role, and Carragher believes he’s a “real player” ¹.
Carragher’s praise for Joelinton came after Newcastle’s impressive win over Arsenal, where the midfielder put in a stellar performance. The former Liverpool defender was impressed by Joelinton’s transformation from a struggling forward to a dominant force in midfield.
Joelinton’s journey at Newcastle has been remarkable. He became the club’s record signing in 2019, but initially struggled to find his footing. However, since Howe’s tactical switch, Joelinton has flourished, even winning the club’s ‘Player of the Year’ award ¹.
Carragher credits both Joelinton and Howe for the midfielder’s success, saying it’s “not easy turning a striker into a midfield player” ¹. With Joelinton at the heartbeat of the team, Newcastle has undergone a remarkable turnaround, and Carragher believes he’ll remain a crucial player for the club.
