West Ham United have completed the £12million signing of striker Danny Ings from Aston Villa.
The 30-year-old has signed a deal with the Hammers until 2025, after completing a move for an undisclosed fee, in time for him to be eligible to feature in the crunch Premier League clash with Everton at the London Stadium on Saturday.
After joining David Moyes’ side in a move that it is understood is worth up to £15million in potential future add-ons, Ings has spoken publicly on his move from Villa Park for the first time,
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“I’m really excited to join West Ham United,” said Ings, who will wear the No18 shirt.
“It’s important I settle in as quickly as I can do – and do the important stuff on the pitch for West Ham.
“We’ve got some massive games ahead of us – and I’ve come here to try and score as many goals as I can to help the team to get some positive results. I’m really looking forward to getting started.”
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