It has been a memorable campaign for the Gateshead-born 18-year-old, having made four first team appearances, played his part in Kenny Wharton's junior side that reached the last four of the FA Youth Cup ... and becoming United's youngest European debutant at the age of just 17 years and 300 days during the 1-0 UEFA Cup win over Palermo in Sicily.
"England Or Scotland" Decision For Toon Youngster
International managers like to "catch them young" and tie them down to a particular country, especially those like Carroll who can choose between two.
The Toon striker is still classed as an Under-18, and Scotland and England are both looking at the possibility of giving him a cap before the season ends.