England international defender Nicky Shorey has claimed that he is flattered by interest from West Ham United.

The Reading left-back is a life-long Hammers fan and Alan Curbishley is said to be ready to make a £5million bid.

Shorey is currently in discussions with Reading over a new contract, but has yet to be offered terms.

“It’s flattering to hear they might be interested, we’ll just have to see what happens,” Shorey told the Daily Mail.

“My agent has been dealing with my contract, but, so far, I haven’t received an offer,” he added.

“I don’t know what’s going to happen, I want to see where Reading see me in their plans and also where the club is going.”

West Ham are keen to strengthen their defensive ranks after selling Paul Konchesky to Fulham.