West Ham United boss Sam Allardyce must make a decision over Carlton Cole's future in the coming days.
The Daily Star says Cole, whose short-term contract expires next month, is playing his way to a new deal after three goals in his last six games.
The centre-forward 's form has attracted rival interest from Premier League and Championship clubs.
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