Andy Carroll will return to Liverpool this summer: Action Images
West Ham United will reportedly step up their efforts to seal a permanent deal for Liverpool striker Andy Carroll.
Sam Allardyce has planned talks with the England forward before his loan final appearance for them against Reading this weekend.
Carroll's former club Newcastle United have shown an interest in him but it is understood the striker wants to fight for his place at Anfield.
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