Jamie Carragher comments on Roy Keane’s potential Sunderland move

The big story in League One right now is the battle for the vacant Sunderland managerial job, and there appears to be a clear front-runner in the mix right now.

There has been talks with the likes of ex-Hull City man Grant McCann but the name on everyone’s lips is Roy Keane, who could be set for his first managerial job in 11 years.

And it could be a sensational return to the Stadium of Light for the Irishman as the 50-year-old is in talks about a potential comeback with the Black Cats – over 13 years after walking out on them in December 2008 when they were a Premier League club.

Keane confirmed on his punditry duties for ITV Sport on Friday night that talks had begun with the Sunderland hierarchy over his potential return to the club but the contract has to be right in order for him to return to management.

One person who seemingly doesn’t want him to depart is one of his punditry sparring partners in Jamie Carragher.

The pair developed a rivalry on the pitch when playing for Manchester United and Liverpool and they’re often seen bickering now on Sky Sports – Carragher has made his stance very clear on social media as to him wanting Keane to stay in his punditry role!

“Cups, cups” #FACup

I really hope Roy doesn’t go to Sunderland!