Crystal Palace eye West Ham striker if Christian Benteke deal falls throughCRYSTAL PALACE could swoop for West Ham striker Andy Carroll if they fail to land first choice Christian Benteke. By Neil Fissler 00:04, Sun, Aug 14, 2016 | UPDATED: 00:12, Sun, Aug 14, 2016 Link copied Bookmark GETTYAndy Carroll has been identified as a back-up option by Crystal PalaceCarroll is believed to be keen to move on after finally overcoming a string of injuries.The Hammers have signed Swansea’s Andre Ayew as well as Argentinian Jonathan Calleri, so Carroll’s chances will be limited.They are also chasing Lyon’s Rachid Ghezzal but face competition from Everton which would mean Carroll has even less chance of a regular start.The Eagles have already had a £25million bid for Benteke rejected by Liverpool who are holding out to recoup the £32m that they paid Aston Villa last summer.West Brom have now entered the race to land Belgium international Benteke which means that Palace have started to look at alternative targets. Related articles Jurgen Klopp makes Liverpool admission: I have too many strikers Crystal Palace star Yannick Bolasie will sign for Everton West Brom boss Tony Pulis sends warning to Saido Berahino over future SUBSCRIBE Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy