The Hammers are are thought to be putting together an offer in the region of £5m.
"It's flattering to hear they might be interested, we'll just have to see what happens," Shorey told the Daily Mail.
Shorey is currently in talks with Reading over a new deal, but he is yet to be offered terms.
"My agent has been dealing with my contract, but, so far, I haven't received an offer," he revealed.
"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."