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Edvin Austbø Transfer

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West Ham have signed Edvin Austbø from Viking FK on a four-year contract with an option for a fifth year. The fee is undisclosed, and the move is subject to international clearance and UK visa approval.

No-Guff Summary

  • Signing confirmed: West Ham have announced the arrival of Norway U21 winger Edvin Austbø from Viking FK.
  • Contract: Austbø has agreed a four-year deal with an option for a further year.
  • Formalities remain: The move is subject to international clearance and UK visa approval.
  • Fee undisclosed: West Ham have not published the transfer fee.
Development

West Ham confirm Austbø signing

West Ham have confirmed the signing of Edvin Austbø from Viking FK, ending the transfer chase with an actual player rather than another round of reported bids.

The Norway U21 winger has agreed a four-year contract with an option for a further year. The fee is undisclosed, and the move remains subject to international clearance and UK visa approval.

Austbø arrives after helping Viking win the 2025 Eliteserien title, a season in which he scored six goals, supplied seven assists and was named the division's Young Player of the Year.

Sources

  • West Ham Official (opens in a new tab) — Confirms West Ham United's signing of Edvin Austbø from Viking FK on a four-year contract with a one-year option, subject to international clearance and UK visa approval.