The International Olympic Committee would like the London 2012 Olympic Stadium running track to be retained, but it has no power over the decision.
Tottenham propose removing the track in their bid to take over the site, but West Ham's rival offer would keep it.
IOC president Jacques Rogge said it "would not intervene" in the issue although he wants an athletics legacy.
The Olympic Park Legacy Committee (OPLC) is due to recommend who should take over the stadium by 28 January.
With the OPLC's decision date looming, Rogge admitted: "We would favour a solution with a track legacy - that goes without saying.
"But the decision is in the hands of the OPLC along with UK Athletics and LOCOG. - BBC
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