Manor Solomon Joins West Ham on Three-Year Deal After Leaving Tottenham

Manor Solomon, captain of the Israeli national football team, was officially introduced as a West Ham player on August 10, 2026, after signing a three-year contract with the London club. West Ham acquired Solomon from Tottenham Hotspur for a reported fee of £7 million, including bonuses. His father, Yossi Solomon, spoke to Israeli media about the transfer, expressing pride and relief that Manor secured a permanent move rather than a loan, emphasizing the family's desire to remain in England.

Yossi Solomon explained that Manor chose West Ham over other interested clubs like Fiorentina and Al Hilal because he wanted to continue his dream in England. He highlighted West Ham's stature as a large club with a passionate fan base, recent success in the UEFA Conference League, and a sold-out stadium atmosphere in London. The family hopes this environment will help Manor realize his potential after several injury setbacks and challenging seasons, apart from his time at Leeds and Shakhtar Donetsk.

Manor was given the number 10 jersey at West Ham, a number that carries responsibility and expectations. His father noted that Manor has always enjoyed taking charge on the field and managing the game, and they believe in his ability to prove himself. The move also suits Manor's personal life, as the family values having a stable home in London, especially since Manor is now a father.

Regarding the end of Manor's time at Tottenham, Yossi Solomon praised the club but acknowledged that Tottenham decided to bring in other players for his position, and Manor did not want to alternate between the bench and starting lineup. Despite performing well in preseason matches, the club indicated he would not be a regular starter, prompting the transfer. The family trusts Manor's agents to handle his career professionally and welcomed the presence of former Israeli players like Yossi Benayoun and Eyal Berkovic at West Ham, although this was not a decisive factor in the move.

Yossi also commented on the growing trend of Israeli players moving to major European leagues, viewing it positively for the development of Israeli football.