West Ham academy chief Ricky Martin is delighted with their deal for Chelsea midfielder Pierre Ekwah.
The 19-year-old signs for the Hammers on an initial three-year deal, with the option to extend for a further year.
Ekwah had previously spent two weeks on trial in Claret and Blue, featuring in the U23s' final two Premier League 2 Division 1 matches of the 2020/21 season – both against Arsenal – and scoring in the latter one.
Martin explained: “Pierre was identified by our recruitment department as a potential new addition for the U23s squad.
“We had an opportunity to assess him at the end of last season and, following that, we're really happy to offer Pierre a new opportunity at West Ham with this contract.
“Everyone here wishes him a very successful career in East London."
