Andy Carroll open to Newcastle return?

West Ham United striker Andy Carroll is keen on a summer switch back to former club Newcastle United, The Sun reports.

The England international plyed his trade for the Magpies in their return to the Premier League during the 2010/11 season.

The Sun claims that Carroll will consider a move away from the Hammers in the summer, following the departure of manager Sam Allardyce.

It is added that the 26-year-old is eager to rejoin the Magpies, and is willing to take a substantial pay-cut to secure the deal.