West Ham United have officially announced Aaron Wan-Bissaka from Manchester United on a seven year contract for a £15m fee.
After playing in 190 games over five seasons with the Red Devils, the English right back moved to the London Stadium. In that period, he won the FA Cup, EFL Cup, and started a UEFA Europa League final. He also grew into one of the Premier League’s greatest one-on-one defenders.
The Crystal Palace Academy product has played regularly in the Premier League since he was 19 years old, has made 35 appearances in European tournaments, and has earned an England Under-21 cap. He will now carry on with his career in his hometown.
Wan-Bissaka delighted to join West Ham United
“It was a no brainer for me to join West Ham – I’m excited and happy to be here,” said the 26-year-old, who will wear the No29 shirt.
“It’s an amazing feeling to be back in London, and I’m excited for what’s coming. I was born here, so I know the ins and outs of London, which plays a big part in my life, so to be back playing in this city means a lot to me.”
“I’m happy to be here, am grateful for the warm welcome, and I am excited to be playing for the Club and will give it my all.”
“I can’t wait to get on the pitch, get to know the players, and push on from there. I see a team that is in it together, that will push each other to win, and a group that has got each others’ backs through thick and thin, so being part of that and having that insurance helps a lot when you are surrounded by a good squad.”
The addition of a player who is prepared to start right away and will provide Julen Lopetegui’s team elite Premier League calibre delighted West Ham Technical Director Tim Steidten.
“I am delighted we’ve been able to get the deal to sign Aaron over the line,” said Steidten. “He’s exactly the type of player we’re looking to attract to this Club in the prime years of his career.”
“He’s an incredibly talented defender who we rate very highly – superb in one-on-one situations. He’s versatile too, which is clearly another positive. He’s played over 170 Premier League games during his career – he knows the division inside-out.”
“I’d like to personally thank the Board for their continued backing to bring players of such quality to West Ham. It’s a really exciting time for us as we prepare for the start of the new season this weekend.”
