West Ham United striker Andy Carroll is reportedly targeting a return to action against Chelsea next month.

The 24-year-old, who permanently moved to Upton Park from Liverpool for £15m in the summer, has not featured at all for the Hammers this season due to a heel injury.

Following a lengthy spell with various specialists, manager Sam Allardyce is hopeful of welcoming Carroll back into the fold for the visit of Chelsea on November 23, according to the Daily Mail.

West Ham have netted eight goals in as many games this season, leaving themselves 15th in the Premier League table.