A failure to resolve his contractual situation has left West Ham's Carlton Cole to consider his future at Upton Park claims Skysports.com.

The 24-year-old was the subject of a bid from Premiership rivals Sunderland recently, while two more clubs, one from abroad, are tracking the striker.

The player was keen to commit himself to the Hammers, but having received no assurances regarding his future is now considering his options.