Andy Carroll in talks over ‘random’ transfer as forgotten former England star nears Reading exit

ANDY CARROLL is reportedly in talks to move to Amiens SC in France.

The former West Ham and Newcastle ace has been playing for League One side Reading since September last year.

Andy Carroll is reportedly closing in on a move to Amiens SCCredit: Getty

But Carroll, 34, is now jumping across the channel to play in France’s second division.

According to The Daily Telegraphthe attacker had already left to “close the deal”.

Carroll has never played outside of England during his career and has also played for Liverpool, West Brom and Preston North End.

And the potential deal has left fans on social media confused.

One tweeted: “Random transfer rumors of the day… Andy Carroll is reportedly on his way to French second division side Amiens.”

Another commented: “The last club I would expect him to go to.”

A third wrote: “A bit of a random move.”

A fourth stated: Random signing of the year, Mr. Andy Carroll.”

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A fifth said: “Here’s the transfer of the summer. Big Andy in Picardy.”

Another added: “What a comeback, big Andy is nearing the end of the transfer window.”

If he completes the move, he will then be team-mates with former Chelsea youngster Gael Kakut.

Carroll initially joined Reading on a four-month deal but was handed a longer deal after impressing.

In 31 league appearances for the club, he managed to score nine goals, but could not help the club avoid relegation.

Carroll married longtime partner and reality TV star Billi Mucklow last year.

Earlier this month, Carroll was snapped at a house party dancing with DJ Kitty McPaws.

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