Andy Carroll leaving Bordeaux?
Andy Carroll has signed a three-year contract with Dagenham & Redbridge FC. On the same day as the acquisition of the club by Qatari investors, Carroll also acquired a minority stake in the club, as reported by Sky Sports. Previously, Carroll played in the fourth division of French football with Bordeaux, scoring 11 goals in 23 matches.
Andy Carroll joins Dagenham and Redbridge in the National League South on a free transfer after leaving French side Bordeaux. He joked that his kids thought he was joining Chelsea. Carroll mentioned that he was offered clubs with a lot more money, including in France, Italy, and Spain, but chose Dagenham because it was a project he really wanted to get into. He aims to help the club get promoted and is excited to get involved in the leadership side as a player. Carroll has amassed a fortune from playing in the Premier League and insists he is no longer motivated by money.
Andy Carroll has decided to leave Bordeaux to return to his home country to be closer to his children, despite having a contract until 2026. This decision comes after a year with the club, where he scored 11 goals in 21 matches and made significant contributions on and off the field. Bordeaux has officially announced his departure and expressed gratitude for his contributions.
Andy Carroll, who is currently playing for Bordeaux in the French National 2 league, revealed that he had received offers to play in Saudi Arabia but was not interested in pursuing them. Despite earning around 2,500 euros per month, which is less than his rent, Carroll conveyed his happiness in playing for Bordeaux. He emphasized that his career has never been driven by money. Additionally, Carroll shared his ambition to continue playing until the age of 40, expressing a hope to eventually play alongside his son, Lucas.
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