Andy Carroll Makes Surprise Return to Newcastle United
The English striker has signed a one-year deal with the Magpies
Carroll left Newcastle in 2011 but has now returned to the club where he began his career
Andy Carroll has made a surprise return to Newcastle United, signing a one-year deal with the Magpies.
The English striker left Newcastle in 2011 to join Liverpool, but he has now returned to the club where he began his career.
Carroll has been without a club since leaving West Ham United at the end of last season.
The 32-year-old has been linked with a move back to Newcastle for several weeks, and he has now finally completed his return to St James' Park.
Carroll is a popular figure among Newcastle fans, and he is likely to be a valuable addition to Steve Bruce's squad.
The striker has a wealth of experience at the top level, and he will be hoping to help Newcastle avoid relegation this season.
Carroll's Career
Carroll began his career at Newcastle, and he made his debut for the club in 2006.
He spent five years at Newcastle, scoring 31 goals in 91 appearances.
In 2011, Carroll joined Liverpool for a fee of £35 million.
He spent two years at Liverpool, scoring 11 goals in 58 appearances.
In 2013, Carroll joined West Ham United on loan.
He spent four years at West Ham, scoring 34 goals in 142 appearances.
Carroll left West Ham at the end of last season, and he has now returned to Newcastle.
Carroll's Return to Newcastle
Carroll's return to Newcastle has been met with mixed reactions.
Some fans are excited to see him back in a Newcastle shirt, while others are concerned about his fitness and form.
Carroll is 32 years old, and he has been plagued by injuries in recent years.
However, he is a proven goalscorer, and he will be hoping to prove his doubters wrong.
Carroll is likely to make his second debut for Newcastle against Leeds United on Saturday.
He will be hoping to help Newcastle avoid relegation this season, and he will also be hoping to score some goals for the Magpies.
