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OFFCIAL: West Ham sign former Newcastle forward Callum Wilson as a free agent

  /  autty

West Ham have confirmed the signing of striker Callum Wilson as a free agent following his departure from Newcastle.

The 33-year-old, who left the Magpies on the expiry of his contract at the end of June, has signed one-year contract at the London Stadium.

"I'm excited to be joining a massive football club like West Ham," he told the club's official website.

"A club that shares a similar passion to mine, hard work, dedication and also I strive for success so I'm glad to be a part of it.

"I'm looking forward to the challenge. There's such talent within the squad. And obviously the gaffer's come in now, he's making everybody a team - all working in the same direction to achieve the goal which is to be finishing as high as possible in the league and it's what the fans deserve, what the team deserve and it's what the squad quality deserves also."

West Ham boss Graham Potter added: "We are pleased to welcome Callum to West Ham United. He is a proven, experienced Premier League striker, with a great work ethic and a fantastic goalscoring record.

"He also has excellent character and personality, which is such an important factor, and something that we place a big emphasis on with our player recruitment.

"We have built a really good spirit and environment around the squad, and Callum will only strengthen and enhance that. He will be a good influence, especially on our young attacking players, and brings leadership qualities.

"I know that Callum is determined to make a really positive contribution to West Ham United, and we are all looking forward to working with him."

Wilson spent five seasons at St James' Park and scored 49 goals in 130 matches for the Magpies, winning the EFL Cup with Eddie Howe's side last season.