Valencia joins

Last updated : 31 July 2014 By Plymouth_hammer

The Ecuadorian striker who stared at the World Cup is looking forward to joining up with the club.

“I really appreciate the welcome I’ve been given and I’m excited to be here,” he told West Ham TV.

“I’ve already watched and read a lot about the club to learn about it - I know the fans are really passionate and I’m really glad to have signed.

“The World Cup was a good tournament for me personally, I scored three times and for my first World Cup it was a good experience, but I hope my next one is better for me and the team.

“Of course, the World Cup gives me confidence to come to Europe and I want to take and advance with this opportunity that West Ham have given to me.”