Portugal star signs up with English club
Portuguese international Joao Maria has signed up with West Ham United on loan from Inter Milan until the end of the season.
The 25-year-old, known for his skilled play in the middle, already trained with his new teammates and has been included in the squad for the side’s fourth-round FA game against Wigan Athletic.
Speaking on the joining, Maria told the West Ham United website:
“I am really happy to be here. It’s a really amazing experience to join this amazing team and I am just glad to be here.
“It was a fast move. I have spoken with everyone around the team and, for me, it is exciting to play in the Premier League. I spoke with the coach and for me, I am really happy to be training for an amazing coach, also.”
“Jose explained to me a little more about the Club and also the song we have, I’m Forever Blowing Bubbles and that, of course, it was really important for me to join West Ham!
“It’s a really historic Club with an amazing stadium and amazing players. I am just trying to know a little bit more about the Club every day and now I have some time to know more”, he added.
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