West Ham sign Spanish keeper Adrian on free transfer

West Ham United have signed Spanish goalkeeper Adrian on a free transfer from Real Betis.

The 26-year-old has signed a three-year deal and will join the Hammers on 1 July after his contract expires.

The player told the club website he was looking forward to competing with Jussi Jaaskelainen for a starting spot and working under manager Sam Allardyce.

He added: "I am extremely happy and ecstatic to have joined such a legendary and historical club."

Adrian has spent the past 16 years with Betis after joining the club as a 10-year-old.