LeBron James' Goal, Passion Over Money: Simple is Better for Happy Andy Carroll in France

Andy Carroll didn't follow the money to Newcastle United

Former Liverpool and West Ham striker Andy Carroll turned down a bigger offer from Newcastle United because he wanted to join French second-tier side FC Reading.

Carroll preferred passion over money

Carroll's preference for Reading illustrates his desire to play regularly, feel wanted at a team, and lead the club into a higher level league.

Carroll's time at Newcastle was not happy

Carroll had a disappointing season with the Magpies, scoring just one goal in 11 appearances.

Carroll felt undervalued and underappreciated

The English striker allegedly left Newcastle because he felt undervalued and underappreciated by the club.

Carroll's happiness at Reading

Carroll has found a new lease on life at Reading, scoring five goals in 10 appearances.

Carroll praised Reading's atmosphere and coaching staff

The experienced forward praised the club's positive atmosphere and the coaching staff's belief in him.

Carroll's Reading ambitions

Carroll is confident Reading can achieve promotion to Ligue 1.

Carroll is a key player for Reading

The 33-year-old is a pivotal figure in Reading's attack and his goals could fire them to promotion.

Carroll's future

Carroll is focused on helping Reading achieve promotion.

Carroll has no plans to retire

The former England international has no immediate plans to hang up his boots and is eager to continue playing at a high level.