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West Ham signs defender Nadine Riesen on three-year contract

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 3:00 PM

Last updated Jun 22, 2026

West Ham signs defender Nadine Riesen on three-year contract

Summary

West Ham United has signed Switzerland defender Nadine Riesen from Eintracht Frankfurt on a three-year deal, announced on June 22, 2026. The 26-year-old full-back made 69 appearances for Eintracht in the Frauen-Bundesliga. Riesen has international experience with 42 caps for Switzerland, including participation in Euro 2025. She is the fourth signing this summer for West Ham manager Rita Guarino, who expressed enthusiasm about Riesen's capabilities and work ethic. Riesen looks forward to the opportunity to develop in the Women's Super League and contribute to the team's goals.

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•Nadine Riesen signs with West Ham after leaving Eintracht Frankfurt.
•She has 69 appearances in the Frauen-Bundesliga from 2023 to 2026.
•Riesen holds 42 international caps, featuring in Euro 2025.
•She is West Ham's fourth signing of the summer transfer window.
•Manager Rita Guarino values Riesen's pace and attacking qualities.

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3:00 PMYahoo Sports — West Ham sign defender Riesen on three-year deal
3:00 PMBBC Sport — West Ham sign defender Riesen on three-year deal

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West Ham United have completed the signing of Swiss international defender Nadine Riesen on a free transfer.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Hammers ...
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