Jamie Carragher has paid tribute to Martin Tyler as the "all time legend of the commentary box" steps down from his role at Sky Sports.
Tyler, 77, will leave the broadcaster before the start of the upcoming campaign after 33 years of service.
The news emerged earlier today via a report in the Telegraph. Tyler will not be fully retiring, but leaves Sky "on good terms ahead of the 2023-2024 season".
Carragher has been part of the Sky punditry team since 2013 and praised departing colleague Tyler on social media this morning.
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The Liverpool legend said: "I listened to Martin Tyler commentate on Everton’s greatest ever game against Bayern Munich in 1985, he was commentating on my full debut & first goal for Liverpool as an 18yr old in 1997
"I then had the privilege to work alongside him for 10yrs, the highlight being an Origi last minute derby winner!
"Martin is one of the all time legends of the commentary box...Aguerooooo is one of the most iconic commentary lines in the history of the game!"
In a statement first released to Telegraph Sport, Tyler said: “In my humble opinion, the huge corporation Sky is today has stemmed from Sky Sports’ innovative and inspired coverage of the Premier League.
"It has been a privilege to play a small part in the broadcasting history of the greatest league in the world. Along the way I have worked alongside legions of wonderful professionals in all aspects of the television industry.
"I thank them all for their support and expertise. It has been an honour to be a member of a very gifted team.”
Tyler was unable to commentate during the final weeks of last term due to illness - which meant Sky did not get the opportunity to celebrate his long service and vast contribution to their coverage on-air.
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