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Ajax interested in signing Edson Alvarez from West Ham amid Sociedad pursuit

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 10:10 AM

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Ajax interested in signing Edson Alvarez from West Ham amid Sociedad pursuit

Summary

Ajax is looking to bring back Edson Alvarez from West Ham, competing with Real Sociedad for the midfielder. Alvarez, who left Ajax in 2023, initially joined West Ham and has been linked to a return as the London club prepares for transfers following relegation from the Premier League. Reports indicate that Alvarez is open to rejoining Ajax, although West Ham still owes Ajax a portion of the transfer fee from his departure. Alvarez played 73 matches for West Ham, contributing significantly before his loan to Fenerbahce last season.

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Key Details

•Ajax seeks to re-sign Edson Alvarez from West Ham.
•Real Sociedad is also interested in Alvarez.
•West Ham still owes Ajax part of Alvarez's transfer fee.
•Alvarez is open to returning to Ajax.
•He played 73 games for West Ham and was on loan at Fenerbahce.

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10:10 AMYahoo Sports — Ajax keen on reuniting with West Ham midfielder amid Real Sociedad interest

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Mike Verweij is reporting that Ajax are keen on reuniting with West Ham midfielder Edson Alvarez. However, if Ajax want to bring Alvarez back to the Eredivisie they will have to compete with Spanish s...
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