West Ham United have completed the signing of England international defender Kyle Walker-Peters.
The versatile defender, who has two senior caps for his country, England, moves to the London Stadium on a three-year contract following his exit from Southampton.
Walker-Peters, 28 years of age, who is confident on either side of the pitch, has recorded almost 150 Premier League appearances so far in his career and will add quality and depth to Head Coach Graham Potter’s team.
The full-back is looking forward to meeting with his new teammates, getting down to work in pre-season and pulling on the famous Claret and Blue for the first time.
Walker-Peters will wear shirt number 2.
According to the Club’s official website, the defender said: “I’m really excited.
“It feels like it has been a long-time coming – I’ve been linked with a move to the Club in the past – and I’m just happy to be here now.
““I spoke to Graham Potter and he was a big, big part of me making the decision. I’ve always liked his style as a coach, and I think it will suit me well.
“He spoke about the family feel at the Club, and that’s what I’m all about. I’d like to think I’m going to be a good fit for West Ham United.
“Every team wants to win trophies and West Ham have that ambition. From speaking to Graham, he wants to create something special, and hopefully I can be a part of that.”
Hammers Head Coach, Graham Potter, said: “We’re really pleased that Kyle has agreed to join us.
“He is a player I’ve always thought highly of and been impressed by whenever he has faced one of my teams.
“He has a really good pedigree, a top professional who has established himself as a respected Premier League player and still has his best years in front of him.
“I’m really looking forward to working with Kyle, and I think he will be a great addition to the Football Club.”
Photo: West Ham United new addition, Kyle Walker-Peters. X/West Ham United
