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West Ham sign defender Reece Burke to four-year deal

West Ham defender Reece Burke has signed a new four-year contract.

The 19-year-old spent last season on loan with League One Bradford but played for the Hammers in last week's Europa League playoff round first leg against Astra Giurgiu.

Burke told his club's official website: "Obviously as a West Ham fan as well as a player, it's fantastic to be involved with the club during this period.

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"It's still sinking in to be honest, the move and the changes here.