It's all confirmed: Michael Forbes has joined Dundee United from West Ham. The defender has penned terms with his new club and completed all registration steps. This deal brings to an end a high-profile pursuit, with Dundee United now adding another piece to their evolving squad structure. The move attracted little outside interest, which meant Dundee United could complete the transfer without any real contest. This season (25/26) Dundee United have shipped 45 goals in 28 matches - 1.61 a game, which is well above the Premiership average. Michael Forbes would be expected to come in and help tighten things up at the back. West Ham have recently been linked with Eliezer Mayenda Dossou while Dundee United have had no rumoured targets. Need more Dundee United transfer rumours? Stay tuned to PlayerSwitch for live transfer news and rumours from across the world of football.