Capped 30 times by his country, Rodriguez started with Argentinian giants River Plate before winning Mexican league and cup titles playing alongside Edson Alvarez at Club America, and the Spanish Copa del Rey with Manuel Pellegrini\u2019s Betis in 2022.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
A strong tackler with outstanding positional sense and accurate passing ability, Rodriguez is relishing the opportunity to show off his talents in the Claret and Blue of West Ham.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cI\u2019m very happy to be here. I feel like it\u2019s every footballer\u2019s dream to play in the Premier League, and I was very excited when I heard that West Ham were interested in me,\" the Argentine said in a statement.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIt\u2019s a historic Club, that has a really interesting project. I think it\u2019s the right Club for me, at the right time, and I hope together we can keep growing. I spoke to Edson (Alvarez) before signing, and we\u2019re both really looking forward to working together again.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cI will help the team in any way I can. I will bring experience to the team, and though I\u2019m aware the Premier League is very physical, I\u2019m ready to put the work in to make sure I\u2019m up to the task. What I can say to the fans is that I will give them everything. I\u2019m very motivated, and I think together with the supporters we can achieve many good things. I just can\u2019t wait to get going now!\" he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Technical Director Tim Steidten believes the 30-year-old has attributes that should translate well into the intense environment of the Premier League.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cGuido is a defensive midfielder whose intelligence in and out of possession is a real strength to his game. He is also a proven winner, having won the World Cup, Copa America and Finalissima with Argentina, so to have secured his services is a big statement of intent by the Club,\" said Steidten.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rodriguez will become the ninth Argentine to represent West Ham, following Mauricio Taricco, current national-team manager Lionel Scaloni, Javier Mascherano, Carlos Tevez, Mauro Zarate, Manuel Lanzini, Jonathan Calleri and Pablo Zabaleta.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cGuido is a defensive midfielder whose intelligence in and out of possession is a real strength to his game. He is also a proven winner, having won the World Cup, Copa America and Finalissima with Argentina, so to have secured his services is a big statement of intent by the Club,\" said Steidten.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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