Walsall signs goalkeeper Tom Wooster after West Ham release
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 4:38 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Walsall has signed goalkeeper Tom Wooster on a one-year contract after his release from West Ham United. The 21-year-old previously played for Manchester United's youth team and made one appearance in last season's EFL Trophy. Walsall's head coach, Lee Grant, expressed confidence in Wooster's potential and his ability to compete for the starting role. Wooster becomes Walsall's 13th signing of the summer as they prepare for their home match against Grimsby Town.
- •Tom Wooster joins Walsall after being released by West Ham.
- •Wooster signs a one-year contract with an option for another year.
- •He has a background with Manchester United's youth system.
- •Walsall's last match ended in a 3-0 victory against Gillingham.
- •The team plays Grimsby Town next on Saturday.
- 4:38 PMYahoo Sports — Walsall sign ex-West Ham goalkeeper Wooster
"Walsall sign goalkeeper Tom Wooster following his release by Championship club West Ham United.
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