Sunday 31 July 2016 14:03, UK
Goalkeeper Darren Randolph has committed his future to West Ham by signing a new four-year contract with the club.
Randolph, who turned out for the Republic of Ireland at Euro 2016, made 15 appearances for the Hammers last season.
I've had a good first year at West Ham and this is another positive thing to happen to me at the end of a good first season and a good summer with Ireland," he told West Ham's website.
"It has gone better than I could have ever expected at West Ham since I joined last summer, playing as many games as I did and then starting for Ireland in the play-off and at Euro 2016.
"Signing a new contract means I want to stay here for a long time and be part of what is going on with the club, moving into a new stadium and a new training ground - it's all very positive and exciting."
Bray-born goalkeeper Randolph joined West Ham following the expiry of his contract with Birmingham in 2015.
He revealed he was happy to sign a new deal after an assurance from boss Slaven Bilic that he will be given the opportunity to compete with Spanish stopper Adrian for a regular starting berth.
"I spoke to the manager and I know we both have the opportunity to work towards that No 1 position, which was part of the reason I was happy to sign a new contract," Randolph said.
"It is good to know I have the manager's backing and it certainly helps my confidence to know he believes in what I can do."
