Carragher faces bankruptcy petition over unpaid tax bill

Former Liverpool and England player Jamie Carragher is facing a bankruptcy petition due to an unpaid tax bill. The petition was filed by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) on August 26, 2026. HMRC described bankruptcy petitions as a last resort for individuals with tax debts and emphasized their willingness to arrange payment plans when possible. Carragher, who had a notable playing career with Liverpool from 1996 to 2013, is now a prominent football pundit on Sky Sports and CBS Sports. Representatives for Carragher have yet to comment on the situation.

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