British, Turkish Clubs Eye Carlton Cole

British clubs will compete with foreigners for the signature of free agent Carlton Cole.

The Mail on Sunday says Istanbul rivals  - Besiktas and Galatasaray - are among the suitors interested in the acquisition of the former West Ham attacker.

Earlier this month, The Sun linked Cole with a move to West Brom and Celtic in the summer transfer market.

The 29 - year - old's contract was not renewed by West Ham at the end of the 2012 - 2013 season.

Calrton Cole previously represented Chelsea, Aston Villa, Wolverhampton Wanderers and Charlton Athletic in addition to his stint with the Hammers.

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