Friday, July 27, 2012

Liverpool Striker Interests Sunderland Boss

Liverpool striker Andy Carroll could be set for a sensational switch to Sunderland, after Black Cats boss Martin O'Neill hinted that he would like to bring him to the Stadium of Light.

Carroll, who cost Liverpool £35 million 18 months ago, looks to be leaving Anfield this summer, after new head coach Brendan Rodgers indicated that the 23 year-old didn't feature in his plans for the forthcoming season.

Newcastle appears to be the front-runners for his signature, after it was reported that they made a £12 million bid for their former star.

However, as reported by The Sun, the Magpies could face competition from their local rivals for the England international, with O'Neill looking to bring in a striker this summer, following the conclusion of Nicklas Bendtner's loan deal.

When asked about his interest in Carroll, O'Neill remained coy, saying: “Andy Carroll is a really good player, a really good player. Would he come to Sunderland?

“He is a very fine player.”

Carroll is believed to be keen on a return to the north-east after struggling to adjust to life on Merseyside. However, the powerful striker recent spoke of his desire to remain at Liverpool and prove himself.

However, with Rodger's style of football means that Carroll would find first-team opportunities extremely limited.

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