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Joel Piroe Transfer

Started Last Movement

Joel Piroe has joined West Ham from Leeds United. LeedsAllOver describes the deal as an initial loan with an obligation to buy, while West Ham's announcement calls him a permanent signing.

The move is settled, but the reported £12m promotion condition is not confirmed by the quoted club statement.

No-Guff Summary

  • The move: Joel Piroe has joined West Ham from Leeds United.
  • The terms: LeedsAllOver reports an initial loan with an obligation to buy, although West Ham's announcement describes him as a permanent signing.
  • The fee: LeedsAllOver, citing Sky Sports, says the package could reach £12m and may depend on promotion. The quoted club statement does not confirm that condition.
Development

Piroe reportedly given permission for West Ham medical

Leeds have reportedly given Joel Piroe permission to travel for a West Ham medical ahead of a proposed loan with an obligation to buy. Zinny Boswell relayed the report, citing Anthony Joseph and Chris Reidy.

Joost Blaauwhof separately reports that Piroe has agreed personal terms with West Ham. Those are late steps, but the available reporting does not show a completed transfer.

Sources

  • LeedsAllOver (opens in a new tab) — Reports that Leeds United have granted Joel Piroe permission for a West Ham medical ahead of a proposed loan with an obligation to buy, with personal terms also reportedly agreed.
  • Joost Blaauwhof (opens in a new tab) — Reports that Joel Piroe has agreed personal terms to join West Ham.
  • Zinny Boswell (opens in a new tab) — Reports that Leeds United have given Joel Piroe permission to travel to West Ham for a medical ahead of an initial loan move with an obligation to buy.