West Ham United have secured the loan signing of Spanish international midfielder Carlos Soler, marking a significant addition to their squad for the 2024/25 season.
The 27-year-old arrives from French champions Paris Saint-Germain, becoming the club’s ninth signing in what has been an eventful summer transfer window.
Soler, who has been capped 14 times by Spain, first made his mark at Valencia, his hometown club, where he debuted at just 19.
Quickly proving his worth, he became a crucial part of a team that twice qualified for the UEFA Champions League. During his time with Valencia, Soler made 226 appearances and played a pivotal role in their Copa del Rey triumph, further establishing himself as one of Spain’s promising talents.
In the summer of 2022, Soler made the switch to Paris Saint-Germain, where his success continued. Over 63 appearances in the French capital, he added two Ligue 1 titles, a Coupe de France, and a Trophée des Champions to his honours list. Now, he is ready to bring his winning mentality and experience to London Stadium.
Expressing his enthusiasm for the move, Soler said:
“I am really excited to be here as a West Ham player. It has always been a dream of mine to play in the Premier League, and to be doing it in London with a Club like West Ham is an incredible feeling.
“I can’t wait to feel the support of the fans, who I have already heard so much about from conversations with people who know the Club, like my good friend Pablo Fornals.”
Soler also highlighted his eagerness to integrate into the team, stating, “I am excited about meeting my new team-mates and giving my all for this Club in the best league in the world.”
West Ham United’s Technical Director, Tim Steidten, shared his excitement over the signing, emphasizing that securing a player of Soler’s calibre underscores the club’s ambition.
“We’re delighted to welcome Carlos to West Ham United,” Steidten said.
“We’ve admired him for some time, and whilst we’ve had to wait until the final day of the summer transfer window to secure his services, we’re really pleased to have him on board for the remainder of the season. He’s a really talented player, who will add undoubted quality to our midfield department. His ability on the ball is unquestionable and we’re excited about seeing him in a West Ham shirt.”
Steidten also took a moment to reflect on the broader success of the club’s transfer dealings, noting:
“Carlos is our ninth signing of the summer – and we’re indebted to the Board for their support throughout the transfer window. We’re delighted with the business we’ve managed to complete, and I’m sure the fans are as excited as we all are for the remainder of the season.”
West Ham United warmly welcomes Carlos Soler and his family to East London, anticipating that he will make a significant impact in Claret and Blue.