On August 13th, West Ham United officially announced the signing of English defender Wan Bissaka, adding an important piece to the team's journey in the new season. After joining the club, Wan Bissaka accepted the official interview of the club, expressing his expectations and determination for the new owner.
Wan Bissaka couldn't hide his excitement and joy as he said: "Joining West Ham United was the obvious choice for me and I'm very excited and happy to be here. It's a great feeling to be back in London, it's a city that means a lot to me, I was born here and I know everything about it. To be able to play in the city I love has a special meaning for me."
He further expressed his vision for the future: "I am delighted to be a part of West Ham United and thank everyone for the warm welcome. I am aware of the responsibility and mission I have and will give my best to the club. I can't wait to get on the pitch and play alongside my teammates and work together to win."
Speaking about his first impressions of the team, Wan-Bissaka said, "I see a united team that motivates each other and works together to win. It's a team that supports each other in good times and bad, and I'm happy to be a part of it." He believes that in such a team atmosphere, he will be able to integrate faster and perform at his best.
West Ham United director Steaden also expressed his high praise and anticipation for the signing of Wan-Bissaka. He said, "We are delighted to have signed Wan-Bissaka, who is exactly the sort of player we want to attract who is in the prime of his career. He is a very talented defender and we rate him highly. He excels in one-on-one defense and is also very versatile, which is another of his significant strengths. What's more, he has already gained a wealth of experience in the Premier League, having played over 170 games, and knows the league like the back of his hand."
Steaden also thanked the board for their continued support, which has enabled West Ham United to bring in such talented players. He emphasized, "This is a very exciting time for us as we prepare to start the new season this weekend. The addition of Wan-Bissaka will undoubtedly inject new energy and competitiveness into us and we look forward to him making a significant contribution to the team in the new season."
