Walsall sign ex-West Ham goalkeeper Wooster
Walsall sign goalkeeper Tom Wooster following his release by Championship club West Ham United.
Walsall football club has signed 21-year-old goalkeeper Tom Wooster, following his release from Championship side West Ham United. The club announced the signing, revealing a one-year contract with an option to extend for another 12 months. Wooster began his professional career at Manchester United's youth setup before joining West Ham in 2025, where he played a single game in the EFL Trophy last season.
Walsall's manager, Lee Grant, expressed excitement about the signing, stating that he had previously interacted with Wooster during his time at Manchester United. Grant praised Wooster's youth, athleticism, and competitive spirit, believing he will provide valuable competition for existing goalkeepers Jed Ward and Jenson Kilroy during the upcoming season.
The announcement of Wooster's signing came as Walsall claimed their third consecutive League Two victory, defeating Gillingham 3-0 in their opening fixture of the 2024-25 season. The club will next face Grimsby Town in their home match on Saturday at 12:30 BST. All agreed terms for Wooster's signing extend until the end of August 2026.
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