West Ham United striker Andy Carroll has shrugged off comparisons with Swansea City's Wilfried Bony.

Before Sunday's win, Hammers boss Sam Allardyce admits he went with Carroll over the Ivorian when shopping for a new striker.

"I've not seen anything about it. But he chose the right one didn't he?" Carroll replied when asked about Allardyce's comments.

"I have been out for a long time and the last couple of games I've been playing I haven't been fully fit.

"There have been a lot of injuries and I was put in unexpectedly really and played a couple of 90 minutes before I was fully fit. Now I'm feel good and strong and I can put myself about a bit more.

"It is always easier (to come back into the side) when you have got a big squad. You are not relying on one player; we have a big squad and all quality players that can come in.

"That is why the players who are not playing are disappointed and the players who are in are putting the performances in to not be left out."