West Ham want more signings before deadline after winger deal confirmed | OneFootball

West Ham United have confirmed the signing of Norway Under-21 international Edvin Austbø from Viking FK.

The 21-year-old winger has joined the Hammers on a four-year contract, with the option of a further year.

Austbø becomes West Ham’s latest addition as the club continue to strengthen their squad, with the Norwegian arriving after an impressive spell with his hometown club.

The new West Ham No.35 admitted he had been eager to make the switch to east London as soon as he became aware of the club’s interest.

“It feels really good to be a Hammer,” Austbø said.

“Ever since I knew about the interest, I wanted to come here. I have butterflies and am really looking forward to starting to play for this amazing club.

“Obviously, the ambitions of the club are big, and it’s also for me as a player. The talks I had with Nuno and Nils Koppen were amazing and I just felt from the start that this was a good match and that I really wanted to come here.

“I watched English football on TV when I was a little kid. Everyone in Norway knows West Ham. It’s such a big club and a club that belongs at the highest level in England.”

West Ham are also pursuing more signings before the transfer window shuts on Tuesday.

Nottingham Forest defender Morato is a loan target for the Hammers, who have also been keen on signing Rangers midfielder Connor Barron this summer.