West Ham have announced the signing of striker Sebastien Haller from Eintracht Frankfurt for a club-record fee. A former France Under-21 international who came through the ranks at Auxerre, West Ham have reportedly spent £45million on the forward. Haller has signed an initial five-year deal at the London Stadium, with the club confirming the deal on Wednesday afternoon. “West Ham are delighted to announce the arrival of prolific French striker Sebastien Haller, the club’s new record signing,” a statement read. He will not link up with his new team-mates until they return from China, where they are currently competing in the Premier League Asia Trophy.

Source: Irish Examiner July 17, 2019 12:22 UTC