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Scottish Sun
12-07-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Andy Carroll seals shock transfer to SIXTH TIER of English football and jokes ‘my kids thought I was joining Chelsea'
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ANDY CARROLL joked his kids thought he was joining Chelsea after sealing a shock move to sixth-tier Dagenham and Redbridge. The former Newcastle, Liverpool and West Ham striker, 36, will play in the National League South for the new season following a takeover by a Qatari investment group. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 8 Andy Carroll has joined Dagenham and Redbridge in the National League South Credit: Ian Whittaker 8 The club play in England's sixth tier of football Credit: Ian Whittaker 8 He joins on a free transfer after leaving French side Bordeaux Credit: Ian Whittaker 8 He had joked to his children that he was joining Chelsea Credit: Ian Whittaker 8 Carroll played for French side Bordeaux last season Credit: AFP Carroll is returning to England, having left French fourth-tier club Bordeaux at the end of last term. The ex-Three Lions ace said: 'I'm really excited to get started with Dagenham. 'My kids thought I was signing for Chelsea — they'll be in for a shock. 'It's a fantastic location and close to my kids, they will be able to come and see me play. READ MORE ON FOOTBALL slayed in chelsea Norwich defender in bloody battle with Made in Chelsea star's husband 'I really enjoyed my time in Bordeaux but it's time for me to get settled with my family. 'I'm hoping my kids will bring their friends to see me play. ' I didn't want to finish playing football and I'm really excited to get involved in the leadership side and be a player. 'I've got experience in seeing how clubs are run, of all levels. I think I can add value. JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS 'My first job is to go in as a player, I want to get them promoted. 'I was offered clubs with a lot more money, but I realised Dagenham was a project that I really wanted to get into. Andy Carroll and Lou Teasdale kiss and make up in £38,000 posh Glasto camp as they snog and hold hands after Greece bust-up 'I want to help as many players and staff from my experience and background as possible. 'I was getting offers from clubs in France, Italy and Spain, but I wanted to come home. 'I could sign for a top club, but me and the managers might not see eye to eye, so I just want to be somewhere I'm going to be happy.' Carroll - once a British record transfer when he signed for Liverpool in a £35million deal from Newcastle in 2011 - will be managed by ex-Bournemouth and Manchester City striker Lee Bradbury. Andy Carroll's career path Carroll's meteoric rise might not have lived up to expectations, but it has been a career full of twists and turns 2006 - Begins to break through with the senior team as a teenager at Newcastle 2011 - Joins Liverpool for a club record fee of £35million 2012 - Leaves Liverpool for West Ham loan before joining permanently for just £15million 2019 - Returns to Newcastle after a long but inconsistent spell in East London 2021 - Joins Reading following the expiry of his Newcastle contract 2022 - Leaves Reading for a short spell with West Brom, but quickly returns to the Royals 2023 - Moves abroad for the first time in his career with second division French side Amiens SC 2024 - Makes headlines by joining fourth-tier French side Bordeaux following their relegation over financial issues, plays for less than minimum wage 2025 - Departs Bordeaux amicably and returns to English football with Dagenham and Redbridge. But having amassed a fortune playing in the Premier League, Carroll insists he is no longer motivated by money. He said: 'I'm very fortunate to be a footballer and earn the money that I've earned. I'm lucky to get paid for a hobby. 'It's never been about the money for me, I could have signed for a lot more money. I just love playing football.' Geordie Carroll won nine England caps, scoring twice, including a header against Sweden at Euro 2012. 8 Carroll was once a £35million signing for Liverpool Credit: Getty 8 He left for West Ham in where he spent seven years of his career Credit: Reuters
The Irish Sun
12-07-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Andy Carroll seals shock transfer to SIXTH TIER of English football and jokes ‘my kids thought I was joining Chelsea'
ANDY CARROLL joked his kids thought he was joining Chelsea after sealing a shock move to sixth-tier Dagenham and Redbridge. The former Newcastle, Liverpool and 8 Andy Carroll has joined Dagenham and Redbridge in the National League South Credit: Ian Whittaker 8 The club play in England's sixth tier of football Credit: Ian Whittaker 8 He joins on a free transfer after leaving French side Bordeaux Credit: Ian Whittaker 8 He had joked to his children that he was joining Chelsea Credit: Ian Whittaker 8 Carroll played for French side Bordeaux last season Credit: AFP Carroll is returning to England, having left French fourth-tier club The ex-Three Lions ace said: 'I'm really excited to get started with Dagenham. 'My kids thought I was signing for 'It's a fantastic location and close to my kids, they will be able to come and see me play. READ MORE ON FOOTBALL 'I really enjoyed my time in Bordeaux but it's time for me to get settled with my family. 'I'm hoping my kids will bring their friends to see me play. ' I didn't want to finish playing football and I'm really excited to get involved in the leadership side and be a player. 'I've got experience in seeing how clubs are run, of all levels. I think I can add value. Most read in Football JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS 'My first job is to go in as a player, I want to get them promoted. 'I was offered clubs with a lot more money, but I realised Dagenham was a project that I really wanted to get into. Andy Carroll and Lou Teasdale kiss and make up in £38,000 posh Glasto camp as they snog and hold hands after Greece bust-up 'I want to help as many players and staff from my experience and background as possible. 'I was getting offers from clubs in France, Italy and Spain, but I wanted to come home. 'I could sign for a top club, but me and the managers might not see eye to eye, so I just want to be somewhere I'm going to be happy.' Carroll - once a British record transfer when he signed for Liverpool in a £35million deal from Newcastle in 2011 - will be managed by ex- Andy Carroll's career path Carroll's meteoric rise might not have lived up to expectations, but it has been a career full of twists and turns 2006 - Begins to break through with the senior team as a teenager at Newcastle 2011 - Joins Liverpool for a club record fee of £35million 201 2 - Leaves Liverpool for West Ham loan before joining permanently for just £15million 2019 - Returns to Newcastle after a long but inconsistent spell in East London 2021 - Joins Reading following the expiry of his Newcastle contract 2022 - Leaves Reading for a short spell with West Brom, but quickly returns to the Royals 2023 - Moves abroad for the first time in his career with second division French side Amiens SC 2024 - Makes headlines by joining fourth-tier French side Bordeaux following their relegation over financial issues, plays for less than minimum wage 2025 - Departs Bordeaux amicably and returns to English football with Dagenham and Redbridge. But having amassed a fortune playing in the Premier League, Carroll insists he is no longer motivated by money. He said: 'I'm very fortunate to be a footballer and earn the money that I've earned. I'm lucky to get paid for a hobby. 'It's never been about the money for me, I could have signed for a lot more money. I just love playing football.' Geordie Carroll won nine 8 Carroll was once a £35million signing for Liverpool Credit: Getty 8 He left for West Ham in where he spent seven years of his career Credit: Reuters 8 He has had two different spells at Newcastle Credit: Eddie Keogh Telegraph Media Group
Daily Mirror
27-06-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
David Beckham's surprise op after 'years in pain' from England injury in 2003
David Beckham was left in 'unbearable' pain in recent times due to an injury he suffered on England international duty in 2003 when he was forced off the pitch against South Africa David Beckham has undergone surgery to fix an issue that first arose more than 20 years ago on England duty. The ex-Three Lions captain, who is set to be awarded a knighthood in King Charles ' Birthday Honours, has received an operation to treat a broken wrist after being 'in pain for years'. The 50-year-old first suffered the issue while playing against South Africa in a friendly in 2003 before attempting to play on. But Beckham required a hospital trip following the game after falling awkwardly under a challenge from Thabang Molefe. The midfielder produced an assist for ex-England boss Gareth Southgate in the game but he was replaced by Jermaine Jenas just four minutes into the second period. Beckham was brought off after he was seen struggling with the knock. And now, Beckham was required to go under the knife after a a recent x-ray showed a screw had embedded in his forearm. The implement was used to patch up his initial issue but failed to dissolve properly. Reports claim that the ex-Real Madrid and Manchester United megastar had been in pain for a number of years but in recent months it became 'unbearable'. The operation is said to have went well, with wife Victoria at his bedside following the procedure. Victoria, 51, posted a touching message to Instagram as she posted a photograph of Beckham post-op, with the words "get well soon daddy". The former footballer smiled with his eyes shut and his arm in a prominent blue sling as he lay in a hospital bed. A second photograph posted to the Spice Girl's Instagram story showed her husband's wrist displaying a sweet bracelet which read: "Get well soon". A routine scan is claimed to have highlighted the pin remaining in his arm. As a result he was booked in to fix the situation. Beckham acknowledged that he has been forced to deal with the ailments that come from a career in football. But suggested he was feeling at his best in a long time in February. "Do you know what, my body's actually feeling better than it has done for a long time," he told Men's Health. "People ask where I feel it the most – is it my knees or my ankles? "My achilles was a bad injury towards the end of my playing career but it never troubles me now, despite rupturing it. "It's actually my back and left hip that give me the most grief. I've had it X-rayed, MRI'd – it's just wear and tear." Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
NBC Sports
06-06-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Next Tottenham Hotspur manager — Ranking the contenders for Spurs hot seat
Who will be the next Tottenham Hotspur manager following the firing of Ange Postecoglou in North London? One thing's for sure — the standards will be high and excuses not tolerated. MORE — USMNT's Cardoso reportedly nears Atleti move Postecoglou was canned by chairman Daniel Levy despite the club's Europa League triumph — their first trophy in 17 years — as an injury-ravaged season saw Tottenham Hotspur focus on the UEL at the expense of the Premier League. Their 17th-place finish was shocking even as Manchester United also plumbed their modern depths in domestic play. But that's in the past now. Who's next? Next Tottenham Hotspur manager — Ranking the contenders for Spurs hot seat No longer the England boss, could Southgate take a Premier League head job for the first time since leaving Middlesbrough in 2009? James Maddison and Dominic Solanke will be familiar with the ex-Three Lions coach. The one-time Spurs boss and current USMNT manager reportedly has a buyout clause that nears $20 million, and it would seem kinda ridiculous to rehire Pochettino, who famously didn't win silverware despite a colorful and positive time in North London, after firing the guy who ended their trophy drought. He just won a trophy, so he's got that going for him. And Glasner could have his head turned by the chance to scoot across town for a bigger budget and a place in the UEFA Champions League. He's well-regarded, and might just be able to bring over some familiar faces from Crystal Palace. More likely to leave his Premier League club than Glasner after the Cherries missed out on Europe, he's a system guy and the results of his time at Bournemouth promise that more resources could deliver even better results. We hate to say that a huge move from a club that hails your every move is an easy decision or a simple one — but there's a reason Frank is being eyeballed as a favorite here. Brentford play attractive football and punch above their weight. Frank would surely love the opportunity to throw haymakers from a favored position. Other names mentioned? Manuel Pellegrini (Real Betis), Xavi Hernandez (unattached), Kieran McKenna (Ipswich Town), Simone Inzaghi (unattached), Eddie Howe (Newcastle United), Brendan Rodgers (Celtic)
Scottish Sun
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Rio Ferdinand QUITTING TNT Sports after 10 years as Man Utd icon releases emotional statement about ‘difficult decision'
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) RIO Ferdinand has announced he is quitting his pundit role with TNT Sports. Former Manchester United and England defender Ferdinand, 46, has been one of the faces of the channel since joining its predecessor BT Sport in 2015. 4 Rio Ferdinand has announced he's quitting TNT Sports after ten years 4 Ferdinand has become a popular pundit since ending his playing career in 2015 Ferdinand has acted as both a pundit and co-commentator for domestic and European football, including last week's Europa League Final between United and Spurs in Bilbao. But the ex-Three Lions skipper will step away from the TNT microphone after Saturday's Champions League Final between Inter Milan and PSG in Munich. Ferdinand explained in a lengthy social media post: 'After 10 incredible years. I have made the difficult decision to step away from TNT Sports after the Champions League final. 'Since retiring from football it has been a privilege talking about the game I love for a decade for sports fans watching on BT Sports and TNT Sports. 'I want to acknowledge the tremendous support from the team behind the scenes, whose hard work often goes unseen, but has been essential to our success. 'To everyone at TNT Sports, we have a brilliant end to the season to look forward to on Saturday, and for now all focus will be on what I think could go down as one of the great European finals. 'The network continues to thrive with more rights than ever, and I look forward to following its progress and the exciting future that lies ahead. 'Lastly, I would like to thank my family and my management company New Era for their ongoing support. Join SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plus in-depth coverage and exclusives from Old Trafford 'They have supported me to travel all over the Europe following the best players and watching the best matches. For a football fan like me, it's been a dream come true. 'As I turn the page to the next chapter. I carry with me countless memories. Rio Ferdinand calls out Roy Keane and Gary Neville's takes on Man Utd vs Man City 'I'm excited about what the future holds, spending more time with my family, focusing on Rio Ferdinand Presents and my other business interests. 'I hope to stay connected with all of you in different capacities. Thank you once again for everything.' Sources at TNT suggested Ferdinand could return to the channel in the future, whether on a guest or permanent basis and that it was entirely his decision. The moves allows Ferdinand to concentrate on his own online channels, which have become increasingly popular. 4 Ferdinand was hospitalised after a health scare at the start of the month Ferdinand was recently off work after suffering from a health scare, forcing him to miss Arsenal's Champions League semi-final second leg clash against Paris Saint-Germain. He was hospitalised with a serious virus, which he later called a "crazy illness" that left him vomiting. Ferdinand can now juggle his time better between family life and work commitments, including his management company New Era. He is married to wife Kate, who he shares two biological children with. The couple also raise three kids from Ferdinand's first marriage to late partner Rebecca, who tragically died from cancer in 2015. 4 Ferdinand is married to former Towie star Kate THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY.. The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball.
