Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish is confident record signing Andy Carroll can control his drinking habits.
The 22-year-old forward has been urged to cut down his drinking by England coach Fabio Capello following several off-field incidents that have involved alcohol.
But Dalglish has been pleased with Carroll’s conduct since he made the £35m switch from Newcastle United in January, and sees no reason for concern.
The Scot said: “Well he's never bought me a drink. I've been with him at Boyzone concerts and he's still never bought me a drink.
“Andy Carroll knows what is required of Andy Carroll, and he's done fantastically well getting back to where he has, with his application and dedication.
“Whatever Andy has done, he has done it very well, and somebody else's opinion is up to them. But he cannot be criticised in any way, shape or form for what he has done since he has been here.
“He's done really well to get where he is, so I think Andy is focused on his football.”