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Joël Veltman Transfer

Started Last Movement

Joël Veltman has joined West Ham after leaving Brighton and is already playing for the first team. He started at right-back in the 3-0 win over Derby County, then spoke to the club about building on their first clean sheet.

No-Guff Summary

  • Signing complete: Veltman is a West Ham player after leaving Brighton.
  • Already in the side: He started the win over Derby and called for more clean sheets in his official post-match interview.
Development

West Ham linked with free move for Joël Veltman

West Ham are reported to be lining up a free transfer for former Brighton defender Joël Veltman, subject to a medical.

Claret&Hugh attributes the claim to West Ham Blog and says the club expect to move quickly for a defender who can cover more than one position. The report presents Veltman as a contingency while Axel Disasi considers terms already agreed with West Ham.

That gives the link a name and a proposed next step, but not a completed signing. With no club or registration confirmation in the account, Veltman remains a reported target.

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