West Ham have accomplished the signing of Jean-Clair Todibo from Good.
The Hammers hijacked the deal when it regarded just like the defender was heading to Juventus as an alternative.
France have handed the defender two caps up to now and the 24-year-old will be part of the Premier League facet for a payment price €40million ought to West Ham resolve to make the mortgage transfer everlasting.
Talking for the primary time as a Hammer, Todibo mentioned “I’m actually excited to be signing for West Ham United.
“It’s a dream come true to play within the Premier League, one of the best league on the planet.
“That is an incredible alternative for me, at a Membership with large ambition, who wish to actually make progress beneath the brand new Head Coach.
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“It seems like the suitable time to be coming to West Ham, within the coronary heart of London, with an incredible, passionate fan-base. I’m so excited to tug on the West Ham shirt, and play on the London Stadium within the Premier League.”
Sporting director Tim Steidten flew out to France to wrap up the deal and is happy the considered Todibo taking part in in East London.
He added: “That is one other vital signing for the Soccer Membership and reveals the attraction of West Ham for high gamers in Europe.
“It’s no secret that Jean-Clair is a participant we’ve been monitoring for a while, so we’re delighted to have gotten this signing over the road forward of the beginning of the brand new season.
“He’s obtained confirmed pedigree in European soccer, particularly in France, the place he has shone lately, displaying all of his qualities as one of many best ball-playing centre-halves in Ligue 1.
“There was large curiosity from throughout Europe for his signature this summer time, and we’re as soon as once more indebted to the Board for backing us to usher in a participant who’s approaching the height years of his profession.
“I’m positive the West Ham followers are enthusiastic about Jean-Clair’s arrival, and we will’t wait to see him taking part in in a West Ham shirt.”
