Official: West Ham Signs Ward-Prowse From Southampton

West Ham United has completed the signing of James Ward-Prowse from Southampton for a transfer fee of £30m.

The ex-Southampton captain signs a four-year deal with the Hammers, following the relegation of the Saints last season.

Speaking to West Ham’s media after sealing his move, Ward-Prowse said: “I’m buzzing to be here at West Ham United. It’s great to be here and I’m looking forward to getting going.

“From the outside looking in, this is a Club that has been on the rise for a number of years now and coming off the success in the UEFA Europa Conference League last year, you can feel there is real momentum around this Club. It’s great to be a part of it and I can’t wait to play my role in the games to come.

“When I think about my game, it is based on hard work, graft, and giving 100 per cent. West Ham United has always been a Club that has epitomised that. You can feel that from the fans and you can see it in the players who are here and the lads that have come through the Academy too.

“I feel as though I will fit straight in and I can promise I will give my all for this football club in my time here.

The England international will be David Moyes’ second summer signing, following the arrival of Edson Álvarez, and the manager has expressed his delight in getting a player with Prowse’s calibre.

“I’m delighted to bring a player of James’ quality and experience to West Ham United,” Moyes said.

“He’s performed to a very high level in the Premier League over the last decade, constantly producing good numbers season after season.

“His leadership qualities are obviously another huge plus for us – he’ll be a big voice for us, someone who drives the team on from the middle of the pitch.

“We’re excited to get him up and running, for what will be another busy season on both the domestic and European front.”

Ward-Prowse spent about 9 seasons at Southampton, where he made 410 appearances and amassed 55 goals and 54 assists.

The 28-year-old will wear the number 7 jersey at West Ham.