West Ham confirm signing of Crysencio Summerville from Leeds United

West Ham United have confirmed the signing of winger Crysencio Summerville from Leeds United.

The Dutch forward enjoyed a stellar season in the Championship last year, racking up 19 goals and nine assists, and found his name linked with the likes of Chelsea and Liverpool earlier this summer.

However, it's West Ham who have won the race for his signature, striking a deal worth over £25m and tying the 22-year-old down to a five-year contract which also includes the option for a further 12 months.

"I'm very happy, and I can't wait to get started," Summerville told club media. "It's the perfect next step for my career. West Ham United is a huge Club, with lots of ambition and great players, so I'm really excited to be here and to get going.

"I always try to follow my heart, and I had the feeling that this is the best place for me to continue developing as a player, and to push my potential as much as possible.

"There is so much history here, and the team have done so well in the Premier League and in Europe over recent years. I spoke to the Head Coach, and he convinced me that I could make an impact, and help achieve success in the new season.

"I think I'm here to help write more history here, and I'd love to help West Ham get back into Europe. I want to contribute lots of goals and assists, and I'm so excited to meet my teammates and the fans, and get out there now."

Technical director Tim Steidten added: "We're delighted to bring Crysencio to West Ham United. We've been monitoring his progress for a little while now and we couldn't be happier to have completed the deal to sign him.

"We feel Crysencio will enhance our existing depth in the attacking third. He is an exciting player with blistering pace, agile movement and an abundance of creativity off the wing. He has already proved himself in English football, having been a key player for Leeds United in both the Premier League and Championship over the last few years.

"This signing is another statement of intent from the Club. With the support of the Board, we continue to work efficiently to evolve our squad ahead of the beginning of the 2024/25 Premier League season. Adding young players with the pedigree of Crysencio will help us to reach our potential moving forwards.

"We are all confident that Crysencio has a bright future ahead and we look forward to seeing him continue to go from strength to strength in Claret and Blue."

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