ANDY CARROLL has reportedly told West Ham he is unable to train as Chelsea eye a shock swoop, according to reports.

The Mirror claim the striker has complained of an ankle injury – but scans are believed to show he is fit.

Carroll has missed both of West Ham's FA Cup clashes against Shrewsbury and Saturday's Premier League win over Huddersfield – where the Hammers named just six subs.

It is understood Chelsea have not made a bid for Carroll, who they want on loan, but Irons boss David Moyes is bracing himself.

West Ham reportedly want Blues forward Michy Batshuayi, 24, as part of a deal and Moyes was at Stamford Bridge last night to watch the Belgian score against Norwich.

Carroll, 29, has 18 months left on his £100,000-a-week contract at the London Stadium.

But he has grown frustrated by his lack of opportunities.

And while Hammers' assistant, Alan Irvine, says Carroll is still part of their plans, he has told Chelsea to forget about trying to sign the player on loan.

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