West Ham have completed the signing of Mexico winger Pablo Barrera in a £4million deal from Pumas. The Hammers now say they hope to add two further signings "within the next few hours".
Barrera made three appearances at the World Cup, all as a substitute, as Mexico made it to the last 16.
"I am very happy to sign for West Ham United and have been really taken by the reception I have received from the players and the manager," the 23 year old told the club's website.
"I have had a great welcome. I knew about West Ham when I was in Mexico.
"They are a big club and I have heard about the great players they have had in the past. I have heard a lot more about the club and its traditions since I have been in London and I am very excited to be here."
Barrera added that he wanted to show off his pace to excite the Hammers faithful.
"I am very excited about the opportunity and possibilities of playing for West Ham," he said. "I will do my best. The fans can expect that I will give 100% to succeed for the team and to play better than I have every played before.
"I am very fast and can use both feet. I like the one-on-one situations and to take on my opponent and beat my rivals. I like to excite the supporters.
"People have said that I am the sort of player that the fans want to have the ball as often as possible because I can make things happen.''
