Cardiff City defender Dylan Lawlor is a target for West Ham United in the summer transfer window. The 20-year-old Wales international had a fantastic breakthrough season for the League One club. Lawlor's impressive performances have caught the attention of West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo, who is looking to strengthen his team's defense. The Hammers have been running the rule over Lawlor since January and are convinced he has huge potential. Joining the Hammers could appeal to Lawlor given that he could be playing in the Premier League with them in 2027. The Welshman may not have plenty of experience, but he also possesses huge potential and could be a hit in the Championship. West Ham must recruit players capable of earning them an instant promotion to the top-flight, and Lawlor is a perfect option for them. The Blades are likely to play hardball with suitors as keeping the 21-year-old could help boost their promotion chances. However, his contract expires in the summer of 2028 and this could be the best time to sell him for a valuable fee. West Ham will be ready to table a concrete bid and hope they can convince Lawlor that he has a better chance of playing in the top-flight next year while playing for them.