'It's a no brainer!': Newcastle United fans react to Andy Carroll contract revelation

As reported by the Gazette this morning, Carroll will trigger an additional twelve-month contract at St James’s Park should he hit a pre-determined appearance target.

Fans have now offered their take on the move by the Magpies, while chipping in with plenty of comments on Carroll’s reported base salary – which will see him earn in the region of £20,000 per week with substantial performance-related bonuses.

Here’s what Newcastle supporters were saying on social media:@JMAG1892 said: “its a no brainer tbh, if he players more then 15 games they may aswell sign him up as thats basically what a covering striker would play.”

@On_a_journey_to joked: “wish i was on a basic wage like that!”

@scottiesports commented: “Its a risk free deal and suits both club and player.”

@newcastlefan55 added: “Absolute peanuts for a striker of his quality and a million miles off what he would have been on at previous clubs after leaving us. I think he will play an important role for us this year. It an absolute no brainer IMO”

@RenforthSteven posted: “It's not about the money he is a millionaire it's about playing for the magpies”

@bazza080808 said: “New he would have that, if he comes close to it I bet you 110% he will be dropped out the team”

@AlexHedley47 jested: “£20,000 a week sick pay isn’t bad!”