Full Name:Andrew Thomas "Andy" Carroll
D.O.B.: 6 Jan 1989
Height: 1.91m
Country of Birth: England
Town of Birth: Gateshead
Nationality: English
Squad Number:9
Position Forward
Bought: From Newcastle United on 31 January 2011(highest ever amount for a British footballer)
Transfer Fee: £35 million
10/11 Appearances: 9
10/11 Goals: 2
Previous Clubs: Newcastle United
Carroll is compared to Newcastle legend Alan Shearer, Chelsea striker Didier Drogba, and also to former Newcastle and Everton striker Duncan Ferguson for his skill in the air.He is referred to as a classic No. 9 centre forward, owing to his strength, powerful shot and excellent heading ability.Former Newcastle United manager Kevin Keegan stated "he is probably in the top three headers of a ball I have ever seen in football".
After Newcastle's game at home to Blackpool, Blackpool manager Ian Holloway described Carroll as the best striker in the Premier League.
Achievements:
- Newcastle United
- Football League Championship (1): 2009–10
- Teresa Herrera Trophy: Winner: 2010
Individual
- PFA Championship Team of the Year (1): 2009–10
- Jackie Milburn Trophy – 2007