May 11, 2026

West Ham United complete the signing of 23-year-old attacker

By Promise Amadi

West Ham United have completed the signing of attacking midfielder Pablo Fornals for £24m from La Liga club Villarreal.

The 23-year-old penned a five-year deal, with the option to extend it for a further 12 months.

Speaking about the move, Fornals said:

I feel very good, very happy, and very grateful for the opportunity and to be part of West Ham.

Meanwhile, Fornals will become Hammers’ third close-season signing following the arrivals of goalkeepers David Martin and Roberto.

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