Andy Carroll

Andy Carroll's nine-cap senior England international career might have collapsed a decade ago, at 23, but there is little doubt the six foot four inch hit man, could offer Cardiff City a different cutting edge they do not currently possess.

The former Newcastle, Liverpool and West Ham attack leader's proposed move to the Belgium League capitualted in the summer after a short-term arrangement at Reading.

The Geordie, who has bagged 84 League strikes, most in the top flight, is desperate to end his career in a meaningful way. Sources close to the player insist should the Bluebirds hierarchy approach him he would be prepared for a "meaningful" conversation.

At 33, Carroll would give Cardiff attacking muscle, his height being a real asset in both penalty areas.

A pay-as-you play arrangement would suit both parties- particularly if a modest weekly basic underlined the deal.

Once again, during the 2-0 slump to Millwall in the London Docklands Cardiff's limited attacking and defensive options - particularly from set plays - came to the fore.

Carroll is a free agent and available to sign outside a transfer window which slammed shut at 11pm last Thursday

Why not?Nathan Blake thought he was signing a few weeks ago.Could prove to be an impact player in the last 20 minutes.Last be honest we can't wait till the next window to replace Watters and Harris.When I see their name on the team sheet one word comes to mind.NIL.