West Ham has expressed interest in acquiring Arthur Avom, as manager Graham Potter is focused on strengthening the team's midfield. Avom, a 20-year-old Cameroonian international who draws comparisons to Ivorian legend Yaya Toure, is reportedly not in a hurry to extend his contract with Lorient, which is set to expire this summer. The French Ligue 2 club is eager to secure Avom on a long-term contract, but he intends to consider all offers before making his choice this summer. Chelsea and Aston Villa are also keeping an eye on the promising player, with Chelsea reportedly at the forefront of the pursuit. They are contemplating a plan to sign Avom and then loan him to their affiliated club, Strasbourg. Aston Villa, which is preparing for European competitions next season, aims to bolster their squad, and manager Unai Emery is reportedly interested in bringing Avom to Villa Park. Avom's final decision is expected to hinge on his preference for either an immediate move to the Premier League or remaining in France for a bit longer.