Liverpool Manager Kenny Dalglish Hits Out At Andy Carroll Critics
Posted by admin on Thursday 3 February 2011
Striker will not be rushed into action.
Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish has expressed his delight following the signing of Andy Carroll from Newcastle United, and has hit back at critics of the £35 million spent on the striker.
The Reds boss, who has also welcomed Uruguayan striker Luis Suarez to Anfield, has stated that the club have signed a player of great potential, rubbishing thoughts that the 22-year-old will struggle to justify his price tag.
He said: "I don’t want it to be negative in any way, shape or form about Andy Carroll signing for Liverpool football club. He’s a great signing for us, as is Luis’ signing, it’s fantastic for us.
"And we can reassure Andy that we’re more positive than yourselves are [the media]."
Dalglish also insisted that the club weren't going to rush the 22-year-old into first team action, as he looks to recover from a thigh injury.
He said: "We’re really looking forward to getting him up and ready and working and I’m sure he’s anxious as well but he’s just got to be conscious of the fact that he doesn’t push too hard.
