A new page in Jean-Clair Todibo’s career. After wearing the jersey of Toulouse, FC Barcelona, Schalke 04, Benfica and OGC Nice, the French defender will discover the sixth club of his young career since he will now play for West Ham. The official announcement was made this Saturday and the Cayenne native arrives at the Hammers in the form of a loan with an option to buy.
The Premier League club rejoices in its press release to have managed to convince the defender selected twice in the French team, recalling his debut at the age of nineteen with the “Spanish giant” FC Barcelona. Without specifying that the clause is linked to the lifting of the famous purchase option, West Ham announced that Todibo would wear the number twenty-five on his jersey.
General joy
The player made his traditional statement, explaining that he was ” Really pleased to sign for West Ham United ” and that it was for him ” a dream come true to play in the Premier League, the best league in the world
“In London, Jean-Clair Todibo will be under the orders of Julen Lopetegui. The latter was also delighted with this signing.
As for the sporting director, Tim Steidten, he was no less joyful: ” This is another important signing for the football club and shows West Ham’s appeal for the best players in Europe. »