West Ham have completed the signing of England midfielder Stewart Downing from Liverpool for a fee of around £ 6 million. He becomes the second major English arrival at the club following the signing of Andy Carroll a few weeks ago. Carroll was also signed from Liverpool, but he cost around £ 15 million.
Downing will be expected to supply the ammunition for Carroll, who thrives on crosses. Downing has endured a difficult time in football since his £ 20 million move to Liverpool from Aston Villa a few seasons ago.