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Former Premier League star Carlton Cole on verge of being sacked by Indonesian side Persib Bandung after failing to score a single goal

Carlton Cole could be sacked by Indonesian side Persib Bandung after his manager said 'he plays very badly' compared to other foreign players.

The former West Ham striker has failed to hit the back of the net since joining the club on a 10-month deal in March.

However manager Umuh Muchtar wants Cole out of his club after he failed to shine in Indonesia during his short stint in Asia.

Carlton Cole could be shown the exit door atu00a0Persib Bandung after failing to impress
Carlton Cole could be shown the exit door at Persib Bandung after failing to impress
Cole has been playing in Indonesia alongside Michael Essien since joining the club in March
Cole has been playing in Indonesia alongside Michael Essien since joining the club in March

Muchtar said of Cole: 'He plays very badly compared to the other (foreign players) who have joined Persib.