text: West Ham are showing interest in Crystal Palace midfielder James McArthur. The Scotland international only joined Palace last summer in a deal worth £7million from Wigan Athletic. West Ham are showing interest in James McArthur - with the club impressed by his Crystal Palace displays . However, West Ham have been impressed by his workmanlike performances. They want extra legs in their midfield and have concerns over whether they will sign Alex Song on a permanent basis from Barcelona as Inter Milan are also keen. McArthur has formed a solid partnership with Mile Jedinak in Palace's midfield which has helped allow their attacking players to flourish in recent weeks. The 27-year-old has scored twice in 27 Premier League appearances for the Eagles this season as they currently sit 11th in the table. The 27-year-old (centre) has scored made 27 Premier League appearances for the Eagles this season .
target: James McArthur joined Crystal Palace for £7m from Wigan last summer .
  West Ham have been impressed by his performances in midfield for Palace .
  Hammers have concerns whether they'll sign Alex Song permanently .