West Ham United manager Manuel Pellegrini does not think Marko Arnautovic will refuse to play in order to force a move to China.

Former Hammer Dimitri Payet went on strike two years ago to force through a move to Marseille. But Pellegrini doesn't think it is the same situation with the Austrian, who has been the subject of an offer from Shanghai SIPG.

"How is his mood? When you have such a high offer everyone wants to leave," said Pellegrini.

"He has a contract here, we know what will happen about that in the coming days.

"Everyone is talking about his future. He knows what is the best option for him. We will see what happens between the clubs.

"I don't think he will refuse to play."