West Ham Sign Faubert

West Ham have confirmed the signing of French international Julien Faubert for nine million euros (just over £6 million). The 23 year old winger has signed a five year contract with the Irons. West Ham chairman Eggert Magnusson says,

"I am delighted to welcome Julien to Upton Park and feel sure that he will become a very successful signing for the Club.

"He is one of the most highly-rated young players in European football and many clubs were attempting to sign him, so we are very pleased that he has decided to join West Ham United.

"I have been very impressed by his desire and ambition and I think he will be very popular among our supporters."