West Ham United fans can get their first glimpse of new signing Pablo Fornals in action tonight (Sunday).
West Ham announced the signing of Fornals on Friday (whufc.com).
He became Manuel Pellegrini’s first outfield addition of the summer and West Ham’s second most expensive player of all time.
West Ham make Fornals second most expensive signing of all time
Speaking to West Ham’s official website after signing Fornals said he was excited and grateful for the opportunity.
“I’m very happy to be part of West Ham,” Fornals told whufc.com.
“I feel very good, very happy and very grateful for the opportunity that has been provided to me. I want the Club to continue betting on young and ambitious people, people who want to do well for the long term.
“And I know about the loyal fans and the stadium, which is a beautiful stadium. The fans fill the stadium every weekend and that is something admirable, especially with the passion with which football is lived there. I think it is important to play with the support of your fans at home.
Fans salivating over Pablo’s skills
“I have worked with Mario before – I know him from when I was in Malaga. With Manuel, only when I saw him and admired him on TV. Of course, Manuel was a big influence because in the end he is one of the best coaches in the world and who doesn’t want to work with people like that?!”
Fans have been salivating over the Spaniard’s showreel on YouTube and social media.
But they have a chance to watch their skilful new star in live competitive action on TV on Sunday night.
How to watch new signing in action this week
Fornals is set to start for Spain Under 21s as they take on Italy in the European Under 21 Championships.
Sky Sports have the rights to broadcast the tournament in the UK and coverage gets underway from 7.55pm on Sky Sports Football (Channel 403).
Fornals could then be in action again on Wednesday when Spain play Belgium (5.30pm) and again next Saturday against Poland (8pm).
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