Queens Park Rangers lining up Carlton Cole swoop?

Queens Park Rangers are reportedly considering an offer for West Ham United striker Carlton Cole.

The 30-year-old rejoined the Hammers in October as cover for the injured Andy Carroll, but he was only signed on a deal until January.

According to The Mirror, Rangers boss Harry Redknapp is eyeing a move for the England international, who has scored three goals in 11 appearances since his return to Upton Park.

West Ham manager Sam Allardyce has been linked with a number of strikers ahead of the January transfer window, including Diego Forlan and Bafetimbi Gomis.