There has been no bigger headline grabber this season than the former England international’s surprise move to National League side Dagenham and Redbridge. The former Newcastle and Liverpool striker officially signed with the club on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, just after 10:01 AM UK time. This move marks a significant and profound shift in Carroll’s career. Now, he’s making a move to a team even farther down the English football pyramid.
In an exclusive interview with Sky Sports News, Carroll could barely contain his enthusiasm for this new chapter in his life. He’s looking forward to taking on all the opportunities that await. He continued, “I am extremely excited to begin on and off the pitch with Dagenham and Redbridge. His enthusiasm is a reflection of just how excited he is to get to work with his new team and to connect with the Tucson community.
Carroll is well known for his phenomenal aerial ability and rugged playing style. He’s done a hell of a job in the Premier League. He made a name for himself at Newcastle United, but really came into the public consciousness after his move to Liverpool. Having enjoyed ten fruitful years in high-level European football, the veteran attacker has a different challenge ahead of him. He is making the leap to the National League.
Even when he finally did transfer, the timing of it caught fans and pundits off-guard. Naturally, questions emerged about what motivated Carroll to sign for a mid-table second division English football club at this stage of his career. Everyone wanted to know what was driving him. His eagerness to embrace this opportunity indicates a desire to play regularly and make an impact at Dagenham and Redbridge.
In addition to his on-field aspirations, Carroll’s commitment to engaging with fans and contributing to the local community reflects his understanding of the role athletes play beyond just playing the game. He’s looking to deepen relationships with his supporters. He aims to be a key element of the club’s DNA moving forward.
He joins the Mariners looking ahead to a promising new adventure in the National League. No doubt, many will watch with great anticipation to see how Carroll handles this increased level of competition. With the right experience and skill set, a quiet intelligence can light a fire of leadership. Any team looking to win the league would be hugely improved with his direction.
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