Andy Carroll explains 'most random transfer ever' to French minnows Amiens and reveals other offers

ANDY CARROLL has explained why he opted to make the move to the Ligue 2 in France.

The former Premier League striker joined Amiens on deadline day in a move that was hailed the "most random transfer ever" by fans.

Carroll, 34, joined the club just a year after signing for Reading, who suffered relegation from the Championship last season.

The former West Ham, Newcastle and Liverpool ace signed a two-year deal and admitted that he wanted the switch after seeing the "city and the club".

He also revealed that he had other offers including the option of staying in England, however he opted to move to the north of France after speaking to British sporting director John Williams.

He said: "I had many options from many countries, including in England.

"When I spoke with John, I came here straight away and cast my eye over the city and the club.

"I knew it was the place I wanted to play.

"It was by speaking to John and my team-mates that I made the decision to come here.

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"It’s a good club, a family club, with great facilities."

Carroll has also claimed that he does not have any "personal objectives" and just wants to see the team achieve.

He added: "I think it’s selfish to have a goal objective. I am happy to see the team score.

"The four goals in the last match are good enough for me. As long as the team scores, I’m good.

"I don’t have a personal objective."

He has made one appearance for the club since signing as he played 24 minutes in the 4-1 win over EA Guingamp.

Carroll has already been making himself at home in France as he enjoyed his first family weekend with his wife Billi Mucklow.

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