Aaron Wan-Bissaka has called his move from Manchester United to West Ham a “no-brainer” after signing a seven-year deal to return to London for £15 million.
Former Crystal Palace right-back Wan-Bissaka, who won the FA Cup and EFL Cup in five seasons at United, has become new Hammers boss Julen Lopetegui's seventh signing since the Spaniard succeeded David Moyes in July.
“It's an amazing feeling to be back in London,” said the 26-year-old. “I'm excited for the future. I was born here, so I can get in and out of London, which plays a big role in my life. Coming back to play in this city means a lot to me.
“I can't wait to get on the field, get to know the players and move on from there. I see a team that is united, that will push each other to win.
“[They are] a team that has got each other's back through thick and thin, so being a part of that and having that insurance helps a lot when you're surrounded by a good team.”
Wan-Bissaka is West Ham ⚒️ pic.twitter.com/52pXINQ1dT
– West Ham United (@WestHam) August 13, 2024
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A Palace Academy product who won the Eagles' Young Player of the Year Award in 2017-18, Wan-Bissaka joined United for an initial £45m in June 2019.
Wan-Bissaka made more tackles than any Premier League player in 2019-20 and went on to start in the 2020-21 UEFA Europa League final, where United lost 11-10 on penalties following a 1-1 draw. and Villarreal.
He played five of United's final 21 games of the 2021-22 season and was hampered by injury in the first half of the following campaign before making his regular debut.
A few words from Wan-Bissaka 🗣️ pic.twitter.com/FIvhzJbesm
– West Ham United (@WestHam) August 13, 2024
All but three minutes of United's closing 12 games last season featured Wan-Bissaka, including in their 2-1 win over Manchester City in the FA Cup final.
The young player from DR Congo and England was called up to the Three Lions senior team in 2019 but withdrew due to a back injury.
West Ham fixtures, schedule
West Ham have spent more than £100m since signing Lopetegui as they bid to improve on a ninth-placed finish in 2023-24.
Their Premier League campaign begins at home to Aston Villa on Saturday (5.30pm BST) and continues with a trip to Palace on August 24 (3pm).
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