Former England striker Andy Carroll has appeared in court over an alleged breach of a non-molestation order against his ex-wife, a reality TV star.
The ex-Liverpool, Newcastle United and West Ham footballer, 37, is accused of "repeatedly calling" Billi Mucklow, from The Only Way Is Essex, in March 2025.
He attended Chelmsford Magistrates' Court on crutches, having undergone surgery on a fracture and ligaments over the weekend.
Carroll, who now plays for National League South side Dagenham and Redbridge, indicated a not guilty plea and will appear at Chelmsford Crown Court on 4 March.
The footballer spoke only to confirm his name, age and address, which he gave as Hackney in east London.