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Samuel Meade

UNCOVERED: Eamonn holmes claims andy carroll should have been arrested in bizarre attack - The Untold Story

Manchester United fan and presenter Eamonn Holmes has claimed Andy Carroll "should've been arrested" for his challenge on Christian Eriksen.

The former Newcastle and Leeds forward dived in during Reading's FA Cup defeat at Old Trafford a fortnight ago, scything through the Danish midfielder. Just days after the cup clash it was confirmed that Eriksen would be sidelined for an "extended period" due to an ankle issue - sustained in the tackle with Carroll.

The forward would eventually see red for two bookable offences but his tackle on Eriksen could have long-lasting effects for Erik ten Hag and Co given the Dane's influence in midfield since joining in the summer - and Holmes has made his views known.

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