The Republic of Ireland international completed the formalities of his move in London this week and joins the Hammers for an undisclosed fee.

The 32-year-old has made 112 appearances since joining Boro from West Ham in the summer of 2017 and his performances have been such that not only did he win Player of the Year last season, he was also named in the EFL Sky Bet Championship Team of the Year, and was named in our own Team of the Decade, voted for by you.

Injuries have restricted his appearances this season and Academy graduate Aynsley Pears has stepped into the goalkeeping role and impressed.

Head coach Jonathan Woodgate said: “Darren has been a great player for this football club. He is a terrific professional who wants to play in the Premier League, and this is an opportunity for him.

“We wish Darren the very best of luck for the future.”