Kyle Walker-Peters Joins West Ham on a Free Transfer

Kyle Walker-Peters Joins West Ham on a Free Transfer

West Ham United has secured the services of defender Kyle Walker-Peters on a free transfer after his departure from Southampton.

The 28-year-old full-back, who has earned two caps for England, has signed a three-year contract with the Hammers.

"He is a player I've always admired and been impressed by whenever he has played against my teams," stated West Ham manager Graham Potter.

"He has an excellent pedigree, is a top professional, and has established himself as a respected Premier League player. I believe he still has his best years ahead of him."

Walker-Peters began his career at Tottenham Hotspur and joined Southampton on loan in January 2020, before making the move permanent later that summer.

He made 202 appearances for Southampton but left after the club was relegated from the Premier League last season, following the expiration of his contract.

Walker-Peters was close to joining Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's Besiktas, but the Turkish club announced on Thursday that they were no longer interested after he delayed his medical due to interest from West Ham.

"I spoke to Graham Potter, and he played a significant role in my decision," said Walker-Peters.

"I've always appreciated his coaching style, and I think it will complement my abilities well."

"Every team aims to win trophies, and West Ham shares that ambition. From my discussions with Graham, he wants to build something special, and I hope to contribute to that."

This summer, West Ham has also signed Senegalese defender El Hadji Malick Diouf for £19 million from Slavia Prague and made defender Jean-Clair Todibo's loan move from Nice permanent.

Additionally, they have sold winger Mohammed Kudus to Tottenham for £55 million.

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