West Ham signs defender Joel Veltman on free transfer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 11:45 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
West Ham has confirmed the signing of 34-year-old defender Joel Veltman on a free transfer. Veltman has signed a one-year deal with an option for an additional year. Previously with Brighton & Hove Albion, he expressed excitement about the project under manager Nuno Espírito Santo. This signing follows the earlier addition of youngster Keiber Lamadrid, as the club aims to bolster the squad ahead of the season. West Ham is focusing on adding midfielders and attacking options after recent departures.
- •Joel Veltman signs one-year deal with West Ham.
- •Previously played for Brighton & Hove Albion.
- •West Ham aims to strengthen midfield and attack.
- •Keiber Lamadrid is the club's first summer signing.
- •Nuno Espírito Santo seeks additional reinforcements.
- 11:45 AMYahoo Sports — Second summer arrival confirmed at West Ham as club prepare next moves in the market
"West Ham have confirmed the signing of defender Joel Veltman on a free transfer.The 34-year-old has signed a one-year deal with the club, with the option for a further year.“I’m delighted to have ...
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