Callum Wilson will lead the Hammers' attack

Former Newcastle United player Callum Wilson has signed a one-year contract with West Ham.

The 33-year-old English striker moved to West Ham as a free agent, after failing to reach an agreement with Newcastle management on continuing his cooperation.

He spent six seasons at Bournemouth, before moving to Newcastle in September 2020. He played 130 games for the black and whites, scoring 49 goals and winning the League Cup last season.

Last season, he played only 18 games in the Premier League, as Alexander Isak had the upper hand in the team.

"I'm excited to be joining a huge football club like West Ham. A club that shares my passion, hard work, dedication and also strives for success, so I'm delighted to be a part of it," said Wilson.

West Ham will begin the new Premier League season on August 16th, away against league returnees Sunderland.