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West Ham's Reece Oxford is joining Borussia Monchengladbach on a season-long loan.

The England prospect, 18, is going to Germany to help his development as manager Slaven Bilic sees the versatile defender as a big part of the Hammers ' future.

Oxford has found his opportunities limited at West Ham despite signing a long-term deal.

After a disappointing loan spell at Championship playoff finalists Reading saw him make just five league appearances, they want to see him go out and get more games under his belt.

Classy Oxford can also play in midfield, and the hope is the Bundesliga experience will boost his chances of becoming a first-team regular for his parent club.