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West Ham boss Moyes: We've wanted to sign Areola for long time

West Ham boss David Moyes is delighted with new goalkeeper Alphonse Areola.

Areola arrived on a season-long loan from Paris Saint-Germain on 29 July, having won Player of the Year honours at Premier League club Fulham last term.

“Alphonse is an experienced and talented goalkeeper who has played at the highest level and performed very well in the Premier League last season," Moyes explained. “As we prepare for a very busy schedule, he will provide fantastic competition for the goalkeepers already at the football club and we are going to need to use our squad to ensure compete to the best of our abilities across all competitions.

“We have been aware of his qualities for a long time and we have no doubt he will be another player and character who will enhance our squad. We welcome Alphonse to West Ham United and look forward to working with him."

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