Park Life 71 Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 Kevin Nolan believes Liverpool's swoop for Andy Carroll will see the striker go on to become one of the best in the business. The Newcastle skipper is a big admirer of our new No.9 and struck up a firm friendship with him during his time at St James's Park. The boyhood Red admits it is a major blow for the Magpies to lose their main hitman but feels playing in Kenny Dalglish's side will help Carroll reach his full potential. Nolan told LFC Now: "You are getting a top, top player. Obviously I've had a lot of texts and calls over the last day or so. I'm quite surprised at how pleased everyone is with it. He's only just burst onto the scene in the last six months. "Believe me you have got a top, top player. He's going to be one of the best. There's no-one like him in the league. He'll score and create goals. He'll also show great desire and commitment. That's what Liverpool fans want and deserve. "He's still a young lad. Everyone forgets that. He's great around the dressing room. He's funny in his own witty way and as you know I'm very friendly with him. "I managed to get away with him with a few times last year with a couple of friends of mine who are going to be in Liverpool and can help him settle in. "When we first heard about the move he asked me what I thought. You can imagine my reaction. I was delighted for him. He's going to be a great addition to what is a new start for Liverpool." Carroll has enjoyed a meteoric rise over the past 12 months, culminating in an impressive debut for Fabio Capello's England. Nolan acknowledges the forward has made huge strides recently but insists he has always had the talent to develop into one of the best players around. "I don't think anyone could say you aren't surprised (at the speed of his development)," said Nolan. "We always knew he had the talent. It was just whether he had the temperament. He has got that and has everything. "Some things have been written about him that I think have been unfair. When he gets on that pitch with the quality of players you have, with Stevie and the likes of Meireles putting it on a plate for him, he won't let them down. I'm very confident about that. "I loved playing with him. He'll give you everything he has got and make sure the central defenders come off knowing they've had a game. "People say he's an old-fashioned type of centre forward but I'm sure over the next five years or so you'll see that he has more than that in his game. I think it showed in the goal he scored against Liverpool at our place this season, that he has the talent to strike a great ball too. "I'm gutted we've lost him but delighted he's gone to a fantastic club." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AgentAxeman 164 Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 obviously looking to follow his mate to LFC. Cant blame him either Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonGoodwyn 1 Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 I guess they cut a lot out of the interview to suit the article Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Fish 10430 Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 Sounds fluff to be honest. Not going to blame Nolan for anything, only Carroll and Ashley are the villains of my peace. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeithJ 0 Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 Liverpool through and through! Would jump at the chance to play for his boyhood idols and cherish the shirt. As for being delighted in the move, I wonder if he knows what team he captains! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peasepud 59 Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 Liverpool through and through! Would jump at the chance to play for his boyhood idols and cherish the shirt. As for being delighted in the move, I wonder if he knows what team he captains! Tbf he never said he was delighted with the move. As an aside Carroll is living with Nolans dad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hudson 0 Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 Liverpool through and through! Would jump at the chance to play for his boyhood idols and cherish the shirt. As for being delighted in the move, I wonder if he knows what team he captains! Tbf he never said he was delighted with the move. As an aside Carroll is living with Nolans dad Cheers Nolan, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manc-mag 1 Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 They've lost a better striker like. Not that he wanted to play for them anymore. None of which makes me feel any better either way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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