Andy Carroll 'disappointed' in Liverpool exit rumours

Liverpool striker Andy Carroll is believed to be unhappy with speculation linking him with a switch back to Newcastle United, while the Magpies have denied any interest in the forward.

Reports have claimed that the Merseyside club are willing to sell the Geordie frontman for £10m, despite paying £35m for his services last January.

Newcastle's managing director Derek Llambias has denied any contact with the Reds over the re-signing of Carroll, while the player's agent has refuted suggestions Liverpool want to offload the striker, according to Sky Sports News.

It is understood that the 22-year-old believes that the rumours are disrespectful towards Reds boss Kenny Dalglish and distracting from Liverpool's first leg of the Carling Cup against Manchester City tonight.