Andy Carroll 'solely open' to Newcastle switch

Liverpool striker Andy Carroll is reportedly only willing to move to Newcastle United this summer, despite reports of a potential West Ham United switch.

The 23-year-old, who featured for the Reds in their goalless draw with Tottenham Hotspur in a pre-season friendly in Baltimore on Saturday, is expected to leave Anfield this summer after new boss Brendan Rodgers reportedly told the frontman that he is no longer in Liverpool's plans.

West Ham United are thought to have agreed a £2m loan fee with an additional £17m permanent deal for Carroll. However, it is understood that the striker is only willing to leave Liverpool for Newcastle United, according to talkSPORT.

Carroll moved to Anfield from the Sports Direct Arena last January for £35m.