When this information reached us, and was later confirmed, we found it quite crazy. Obviously, the oldest among us have in mind his career, almost exclusively English, with stints at Newcastle, Liverpool, or even West Ham, until in 2023 he signed for Amiens… Andy Carroll was an English international 9 times, scoring 2 goals, but he is also a physical player (1.93m), a goalscorer while being a duel player, and who above all still wants to play…
Because yes, the English international is now 35 years old, and will be 36 at least next January. Playing in Ligue 2 and outside his country for the first time last season, he had a “full” season with 28 matches played in Ligue 2 (3 in the Coupe de France as well), even if he was a scorer “only” four times, for only one assist. He was also sanctioned with four yellow cards, which is also one of the difficulties he encountered in France, being often warned or reprimanded by the referees for his play.
It was only natural that John Williams, the current sporting director of Amiens SC, who came to give the Girondins a helping hand, thought of him. He thus comes to strengthen the Girondins’ attack, bringing all his experience but also and above all weight in the opposing defenses. To those who say that he is no longer at the level, we confirm it to you. He is no longer at the level of Liverpool or West Ham. On the other hand, we remind you that the Girondins de Bordeaux are now playing… in National 2. Yes, it is violent, we too had a hard time getting used to it.
As announced by our site, Andy Carroll is therefore signing with the Girondins de Bordeaux for one season. Welcome Andy!
