Anton Ferdinand reacts as West Ham complete signing of Max Kilman

Former West Ham United defender Anton Ferdinand has welcomed the signing of Max Kilman from Wolverhampton Wanderers.

The Hammers have confirmed the signing of the English defender for a reported £40 million fee.Kilman has been a consistent performer for Wolves since breaking into the first team under Nuno Espirito Santo. Last season, he impressed under Gary O’Neil, earning praise from his manager for his ability on the ball.

West Ham United has been seeking to strengthen their defense, and Kilman’s signing is a significant coup. The Hammers had also considered OGC Nice centre-back Jean-Clair Todibo, but their £25 million offer was rejected. They then focused on signing Kilman, who worked with West Ham manager Julen Lopetegui during his time at Wolves.Anton Ferdinand, writing on X, welcomed Kilman to the club, acknowledging the importance of signing a new centre-back. West Ham is open to selling Nayef Aguerd and Kurt Zouma, making Kilman’s arrival a crucial addition to the squad.

Kilman expressed his delight at joining West Ham, stating that it was an “amazing feeling” to be a part of the team. He praised Lopetegui, saying that he learned a lot from him during their time together at Wolves and is confident that he will continue to improve under his management.The signing of Kilman is a significant step forward for West Ham United, bolstering their defense and adding a talented player to their squad. As the Hammers continue to strengthen their team, the arrival of Kilman is a promising development for the upcoming season.