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Mads Hermansen made the switch to West Ham United from Leicester City during the summer transfer window in a £20million move, marking a significant investment in the goalkeeping department.

His arrival coincided with the departure of long-serving goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski, whose contract at the London Stadium expired at the end of last season.

In an unexpected twist, Fabianski later returned to East London after the window closed, agreeing to a one-year deal that positions him as the club’s third-choice option.

With Hermansen now seen as the long-term first-choice goalkeeper and Alphonse Areola also ahead in the pecking order, Fabianski’s role is now one of experience and backup support rather than regular playing time.

Despite these adjustments, West Ham have endured a nightmare start to their Premier League campaign.

Their most recent 2-1 home defeat against Crystal Palace only increased the pressure on head coach Graham Potter, whose tenure is already under intense scrutiny.

While results on the pitch remain concerning, the club is clearly making efforts to secure its long-term stability in key areas, particularly between the posts.

West Ham sign Reece Byrne after Newcastle United exit

The Hammers have confirmed the signing of former Newcastle United goalkeeper Reece Byrne, following a successful trial at the club’s Rush Green training facility.

Byrne has put pen to paper on a contract running until the end of the season, with West Ham holding the option to extend his stay for a further year.

The Irish goalkeeper began his career at Bohemians before spending the last two years with Newcastle, where his progress was disrupted by a serious knee injury.

Now fully focused on recovery, he is eager to relaunch his career in East London.

Speaking to the club’s official website after sealing the move on 26 September, Byrne shared his delight:

“It’s an absolutely wonderful feeling, hard to even put into words. The last few years have been tough with injuries, so being given a chance at such a massive club is something I’ll always be grateful for.

To be back at a club like West Ham makes me quite emotional—it means that extra bit more. Six months ago, I didn’t know what the future would hold, so this feels like a second coming for me.”

Billy Lepine, West Ham’s Head of Academy Goalkeeping, offered strong praise for Byrne’s character and ability, highlighting his resilience and the influence he could have on younger players.

Lepine explained:

“We’ve been really impressed with his personality and the experience he brings from the Irish national team setup, as well as from Bohemians and Newcastle.

He’s overcome adversity with injuries, and that perspective will be valuable for the development group.

Technically, he’s comfortable with the ball at his feet, can play through midfield lines, has excellent reach, and makes top saves.”

A changing of the guard in West Ham’s goalkeeping unit

West Ham’s signing of Byrne underlines a wider transition in the goalkeeping department. Both Fabianski and Areola appear to be nearing the end of their time in Potter’s plans, with Fabianski almost certain to leave once his one-year deal expires.

Areola, meanwhile, needs consistent minutes elsewhere if he is to compete for a place with the French national team.

The club’s priority is clear: gradually remove deadwood and build a younger, more sustainable squad.

While goalkeeping may not be the most urgent issue at present, Hermansen’s inconsistent development is already a concern. Should he fail to progress as hoped, the department could quickly become a problem area.

Reece Byrne’s arrival, though modest in scale, represents an important step in the wider rebuild.

West Ham face a long road back to competitiveness, but calculated moves to bring in hungry young talent are the kind of foundations that can move the Hammers in the right direction.