Off contract Villarreal striker Guillermo Franco has agreed a
deal with West Ham United.
Franco, 32, was out of contract following his release from
Villarreal in the summer and had appeared close to joining
Argentinian outfit Estudiantes last week.
But the striker has opted for a switch to Upton Park, where he
is expected to be a back-up to first-choice forward Carlton
Cole.
"Everything is sorted out, I fixed it this morning and I am
going to West Ham," Franco
said.
"I am very happy. I am going to the Premier
League, which was one of my wishes, and I am glad it
has been finalised."