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Zola signs on at West Ham
Zola signs on at West Ham
West Ham United have confirmed that Gianfranco Zola has signed a three year deal at Upton Park, worth an estimated £4.5 million. Zola had been the hot favorite for the role since the departure of Alan Curbishley, and has been installed in time for this weekend's game against West Brom.
The former Italy under-21 coach has now taken charge at Upton Park, despite his close ties to rivals Chelsea.
A senior club source told BBC Sport: "Gianfranco was our first choice. We were very comfortable with the three options we had - Zola, Donadoni and Collins - but Gianfranco came out on top.
"His English is very good and he can talk about football with English players and inspire them."
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