World Cup Winner Guido Rodriguez Joins West Ham On A Free Transfer

Rodriguez was a free agent after leaving Real Betis at the end of the 2023/2024 season.

The 30-year-old was part of the Argentina squad that won the FIFA World Cup in Qatar 2022 and recently claimed his second Copa America trophy with La Albiceleste.

Rodriguez spent four-and-a-half seasons with Real Betis, winning the Copa del Rey in the 2021/2022 season.

He is West Ham United's sixth summer signing, joining Max Kilman, Niclas Fullkrug, Dutch forward Crysencio Summerville, goalkeeper Wes Foderingham and Brazilian winger Luis Guilherme in moving to the London Stadium.

"I'm very happy to be here," he said.

"I feel like it's every footballer's dream to play in the Premier League, and I was very excited when I heard that West Ham were interested in me.

"It's a historic club, that has a really interesting project. I think it's the right club for me, at the right time, and I hope together we can keep growing. I spoke to Edson [Alvarez] before signing, and we're both really looking forward to working together again.

"I will help the team in any way I can. I will bring experience to the team, and though I'm aware the Premier League is very physical, I'm ready to put the work in to make sure I'm up to the task.

"What I can say to the fans is that I will give them everything. I'm very motivated, and I think together with the supporters we can achieve many good things. I just can't wait to get going now!"

Rodriguez has signed a two-year contract with the option for a further year.