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West Ham United announces that Lewis Orford has signed a five-year contract extension with the club. The confirmation came this afternoon, revealing that the young midfielder, who started off his career as a professional footballer with the Hammers, will extend his stay until 2029.

"Signing the new contract feels really good,” he reveals. “I’ve always wanted to play for West Ham United, it’s where I’ve grown up. It was always my dream to represent this Club, and hopefully I can do that in the Premier League. All my family support West Ham, so it makes it even bigger on a personal level.”

With 3 goal contribution from 4 appearances in Premier League 2 so far, the youngster is keen on continuing his run of good form, with hopes for opportunities within the first team.

High expectations are also shared by West Ham United Sporting Director Mark Noble, who like Orford, has dedicated his life supporting the team. He further admits to being "an admirer of Orford an

01 Sept2025	West Ham	Stevenage	Loan
01 Jul2025	West Ham U21	West Ham	Free transfer
01 Jul2023	West Ham U18	West Ham U21	Free transfer
01 Jul2021	West Ham Academy	West Ham U18	Free transfer

Lewis Orford

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