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Jean-Clair Todibo made two appearances for France in 2023 West Ham's obligation to sign on-loan Nice defender Jean-Clair Todibo on a permanent basis has been activated after the club retained their Premier League status. The France centre-back joined the Hammers on a season-long loan from the Ligue 1 side last summer, and the deal included a potential obligation to sign him full-time. The conditions of the transfer have remained confidential, but multiple sources have told BBC Sport the primary stipulation in West Ham's agreement with Nice over a permanent deal was retaining their Premier League status. That was confirmed on Saturday when Ipswich became the final club to have their relegation into the Championship confirmed. It is understood the fee to turn Todibo's deal permanent is £36. 3m (42. 5m euros). Sources close to the deal insist a few minor details are still to be finalised but have confirmed the process of signing the 25-year-old has now opened. West Ham sign Todibo and agree deal for Wan-Bissaka Baleba stunner edges five-goal thriller against West Ham Todibo has made 25 appearances for the Hammers in a season that has been partially disrupted by injury. Defeat by Brighton on Saturday was a seventh game in a row without victory for Graham Potter's side - four of which have been losses. Potter was appointed in January after the sacking of Julen Lopetegui, who replaced David Moyes last summer. Speaking before Saturday's defeat at the Amex Stadium, Todibo said: "We've felt a lot of frustration, for sure, and we have to work more, but we are in a good way. "We just need more time with this manager because when you have the positives in the game, the result is going to come. " Premier League: Bournemouth leading Man Utd through Semenyo strike Eubank 'doing well' in hospital after beating Benn Women's Champions League: Barca hit three first-half goals to lead Chelsea 7-1 in semi On the frontline with the London Ambulance Service Go behind the scenes of the Time Lord's adventures Your first look at the final series of Man Like Mobeen Gary Lineker reflects on 25 years of Match of the Day Eubank narrowly beats Benn - extended highlights. Video Eubank narrowly beats Benn - extended highlights Soap opera twists and fatherly love - but what next for Eubank and Benn? Resilient England finally get test they needed Highlights: Palace beat Villa to reach FA Cup final. Video Highlights: Palace beat Villa to reach FA Cup final 'Off days don't exist' for Celtic 'mentality monsters' 'Glasner's FA Cup heroes give Tuchel food for thought' Hearn, Chisora & Smith make Eubank-Benn predictions. Video Hearn, Chisora & Smith make Eubank-Benn predictions 'He's the chosen one! ' - The rise of Lamine Yamal. Video'He's the chosen one! ' - The rise of Lamine Yamal FA Cup or Champions League qualification - which means more? 'Mum's record in mind' - Mc Colgan ready for marathon debut Keeping up with the Woollastons - snooker's family affair How to follow FA Cup semi-finals on the BBC 'Once a fool to become an expert' - Yee set for marathon debut Adam Wharton on sibling rivalry, Pep's praise and England. Video Adam Wharton on sibling rivalry, Pep's praise and England An inner drive mistaken for laziness: The makings of Van Dijk Will Verstappen modify his driving after penalty? 'It must be amazing to get a standing ovation from the Man Utd fans' Video'It must be amazing to get a standing ovation from the Man Utd fans' Snooker World Championship guide: Draw, seeds & coverage Copyright © 2025 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.