We could see eSports joining the Premier League in coming years.
This follows the announcement that Sean “Dragonn” Allen would be joining West Ham United as the club’s (and League’s) first eSports player.
“I am delighted to be joining West Ham United as their official e-sports player,” said 24-year-old Allen.
“This is a massive move forward for me. I have been playing competitive FIFA for a very long time and this is the biggest thing ever to happen to me.
“West Ham have had an astonishing season in the Premier League with Europe looking very likely for next season. I will be doing my very best in FIFA tournaments all around the world to emulate their success.
“After finishing second in the recent FIFA interactive World Cup, I plan to keep moving forward and, hopefully, with West Ham’s help and support I will be doing exactly that!”
Even the Hammer’s coach Slaven Bilic praised the signing, recognising the growing popularity of eSports, saying:
“This is a big move for West Ham United. I have heard that Sean is a big player in the e-sports arena so I am delighted that we have managed to secure his services.
I hope he can now go on to represent the club with pride across the globe – he will certainly have the support of all the lads whenever he dons the claret and blue.”
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