West Ham United deny Carlton Cole priced himself out of a move to Stoke City.
After Cole's proposed move to Stoke City fell through, West Ham moved to clarify his position.
A club statement said: "Carlton has not asked for a transfer and has remained committed to the club at all times.
"In being given permission to talk to Stoke, the negotiations did not break down as a result of him asking for too much money. He was discussing wage parity with other key players and was well within his right to do so."
