In the latest Monday Night Football segment, Jamie Carragher and Gary Neville revealed their end-of-season picks, spotlighting standout performances across the Premier League. The Carragher Neville MNF Awards celebrated not just statistical greatness but also growth, value, and unexpected impact — from Salah’s domination to Lewis-Skelly’s rise, and Murillo’s defensive masterclass.

Best Player: Mohamed Salah, Unanimously

Salah was the clear-cut choice for both pundits. With top-tier numbers and consistent match-winning moments, the Liverpool star led both in goals and total goal involvements.

• Carragher: Praised Salah’s all-round influence — not just as a scorer but as Liverpool’s on-field leader. He noted Salah nearly matched all-time greats Shearer and Cole in combined goal contributions.
• Honourable Mention: Virgil van Dijk, for his structural importance to Liverpool. Carragher even admitted he might pick Van Dijk if given a second chance.
• Neville: Acknowledged Van Dijk’s defensive brilliance but maintained that “goals and assists win awards.”

Best Young Player: Miles Lewis-Skelly (18, Arsenal)

The Arsenal youngster wowed both experts with poise beyond his years, shining in pressure-cooker matches at the Bernabéu, Anfield, and Etihad — all while playing out of position.

• Carragher: Emphasized the significance of truly young talent, comparing him to teen icons like Rooney and Owen.
• Neville: Praised Lewis-Skelly’s calm under pressure and adaptability at such a young age.

Best Signing: Dean Huijsen vs. Murillo

• Carragher’s Choice: Dean Huijsen, brought in for £15M from Juventus and flipped for £50M to Real Madrid. Called him “calm, two-footed, and already capped by Spain.”
• Neville’s Pick: Murillo, who he called the anchor of Forest’s survival campaign. At just £12M, a steal.
• Shared Thought: Both lauded these young center-backs as elite bargains, reflecting their appreciation for defensive value.

Best Newcomer: Murillo & Arne Slot

• Carragher: Doubled down on Murillo for his transformative impact at Nottingham Forest.
• Neville: Gave his nod to Arne Slot, Liverpool’s new manager who just won the league in his debut season — despite replacing Klopp. Neville highlighted Slot’s composure and decisive squad management.

Most Improved Player: Ryan Gravenberch

A unanimous selection. Last season, Gravenberch struggled to find form, but this year, he’s evolved into Liverpool’s long-awaited No.6.

• Carragher & Neville: Agreed he’s now integral to the midfield setup, and his transformation shocked many.

Best Coach: Slot vs. Nuno Espírito Santo

• Carragher: Stuck with Arne Slot, crediting his seamless takeover post-Klopp and ability to manage both expectations and personalities.
• Neville: Opted for Nuno Espírito Santo, citing his strategic use of limited resources to keep Nottingham Forest competitive and organized.

MNF Awards Wrap-Up

The Carragher Neville MNF Awards blended stats with storylines. While some choices were unanimous — like Salah and Gravenberch — others highlighted the pundits’ tactical appreciation, especially for defenders. From Lewis-Skelly’s breakout to Huijsen’s market flip and Slot’s managerial finesse, these awards reflect the deeper value beyond goals and glitz.