West Ham United have completed the signing of Italy international striker Gianluca Scamacca from Sassuolo, the clubs have announced.
Scamacca joins the Premier League side for an undisclosed fee, reportedly worth £35.5 million.
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“I am really excited to join West Ham,” Scamacca said in West Ham’s release. “I’ve waited a long time for this moment — it’s been a dream to play in the Premier League.
“I feel like West Ham is the perfect team for me. They showed they really wanted me and when I spoke to the manager there was an instant understanding.
“I can’t wait to play and show the supporters what I can do in the West Ham shirt — I hope we will love each other.”
The 23-year-old enjoyed a breakthrough year in Serie A last season, scoring 16 goals in 36 games. Scamacca’s form earned him a call-up to the Italian national team and he has now won seven caps for the Azzurri, though has yet to find the back of the net.
All the way from Rome, Italy…
Welcome to West Ham United, Gianluca Scamacca! ✍️ pic.twitter.com/QkrSPUg6nH
— West Ham United (@WestHam) July 26, 2022
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