West Ham: CONFIRM £30m signing of England talented midfielder from Southampton on a four-year contract…..

• Ward-Prowse becomes West Ham’s second midfield signing of the summer
• 28-year-old has signed a contract at the London Stadium until June 2027
• England international could make his debut against Chelsea this Sunday 

West Ham have completed the £30million signing of England midfielder James Ward-Prowse from Southampton.

Ward-Prowse, 28, departs his boyhood club in the wake of their relegation from the Premier League, having scored 55 goals in 410 appearances.

He will link up with David Moyes at the London Stadium as the Hammers compensate for the departure of star midfielder Declan Rice to Arsenal.

They also completed the signing of Ajax’s Edson Alvarez for £35.4m last week.

Ward-Prowse will wear the No 7 shirt and has signed a contract until June 2027. He could make his debut against Chelsea on Sunday afternoon.

‘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 epitomises 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.’

Moyes added: ‘I’m delighted to bring a player of James’ quality and experience to West Ham United.

‘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.’

West Ham opened their Premier League campaign with a 1-1 draw at Bournemouth on Saturday.