Andy Carroll Provides Health Update Following Surgical Procedure
Professional footballer Andy Carroll has publicly disclosed that he has undergone a surgical operation to address a fracture and ligament damage. The 37-year-old athlete shared a video from his hospital bed on Saturday, offering fans a glimpse into his recovery process.
Post-Surgery Moment with Partner Lou Teasdale
Carroll posted the clip shortly after leaving the operating theatre, featuring himself alongside girlfriend Lou Teasdale, 42. In the footage, the striker appears wearing a hospital gown while connected to an intravenous drip. He embraces the hairstylist affectionately, planting a gentle kiss on her nose during the intimate moment.
Accompanying the video with Coldplay's "Fix You" playing in the background, Carroll wrote a heartfelt caption: 'Through the ups and downs my person will always be there for me.' He continued with a football-focused message: 'I’ll be back with the @daggersfcofficial as soon as I can, the surgery on my fracture and ligaments went well with the best guy in the business Rhys Thomas. Thank you.'
Injury Background and Career Context
The surgical procedure addresses a hamstring injury that Carroll sustained after joining Dagenham & Redbridge last year. This physical setback caused him to miss the beginning of the 2025/26 football season, representing a significant challenge for the veteran player.
Carroll, who earned nine caps for the England national team during his professional career, currently plays for the non-league side Dagenham and Redbridge. The striker joined the National League South club during the summer, marking his return to English football following spells with French clubs Amiens and Bordeaux.
Relationship Dynamics and Personal Life
Carroll and Teasdale have been in a relationship since July 2024, following the footballer's separation from ex-wife Billi Mucklow, 37. Their divorce proceedings began in September of that year after what has been described as a turbulent two-year marriage.
The couple reportedly first connected at the Glastonbury Festival in June 2024, going public with their relationship shortly after Carroll's marital separation. Their romance has experienced periods of turbulence, with reports earlier this year suggesting a temporary split that was quickly reconciled through social media confirmations from Carroll himself.
Legal Proceedings and Recent Developments
Carroll's hospital stay follows a recent incident where he was detained by police at Stansted Airport shortly after arriving from France. According to sources, border force officers flagged an issue at passport control, leading to police intervention and questioning.
Essex Police confirmed that a man has been charged with breaching a non-molestation order. The statement specified: 'Andrew Carroll, 36, of Epping, was arrested on April 27 and the alleged offences relate to an incident in March. He is due to appear at Chelmsford magistrates' court on December 30.'
Witnesses described the airport incident as causing noticeable disruption among passengers present during the apprehension. Carroll now faces both physical recovery from his surgical procedure and forthcoming legal proceedings as he navigates this challenging period in his personal and professional life.
