The 20-year-old joined the Hammers from Paris FC in 2024 and made his breakthrough into the first team last season.
He featured 11 times in the Premier League but played just 66 minutes in total, while also starting in the FA Cup.
Following the club’s confirmed relegation to the Championship, the club is expected to undergo a major squad rebuild, with several departures anticipated.
According to The Athletic, Kante is among the players likely to attract strong interest, and West Ham are already preparing for potential bids.
He is valued between £15-20 million, with Ligue 1 clubs reportedly monitoring his situation closely.
The report also adds that West Ham are open to offers for France internationals Alphonse Areola and Jean-Clair Todibo as part of their summer restructuring plans.