Appiah, a free agent following his release from Turkish club Fenerbache, had been considering terms to sign at Upton Park.
However, the resignation of Alan Curbishley has forced the player to reconsider his options having been said to be close to reaching a £40,000-per week three-year deal.
The player is keen to ply his trade in England and it is understood Arsenal could now offer him that opportunity as manager Arsene Wenger contemplates an eleventh hour offer to improve his midfield options.
"There are contracts, there are talks – I can't say anything yet," said Appiah, 27, welcoming Wenger's renewed interest.
"I am not going to put people off, my agents are talking so I have nothing else to say."
Wenger has been a long-term admirer of Appiah - known as 'The Tornado' - and his instant availability could prompt the Frenchman into entering negotiations with the unattached midfielder, who two years ago revealed he was close to joining the club before a knee injury denied him.
But Appiah still harbours hopes of realising his 'dream' to join compatriots Michael Essien, Harminu Dramani and John Pantsil in the Premier League and is confident that he will soon sign for a top flight club.
He said: "My dream is to play in the Premier League and with the help of God, I will realise that dream."
Certainly, Wenger's depleted midfield requires urgent strengthening, following the departures of Alexander Hleb, Mathieu Flamini and Gilberto Silva.
Reported replacement bids for Gokhan Inler, Xabi Alonso and Gareth Barry all proved to be fruitless although Appiah could provide a sound alternative at The Emirates – much to West Ham's dismay.
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