Edson Álvarez set to join Real Sociedad on loan from West Ham
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 7:38 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Edson Álvarez is on the verge of being loaned from West Ham to Real Sociedad for the upcoming season. 1. FC Köln, which had shown interest in signing him, seems to have missed the opportunity due to financial constraints. The move for Álvarez follows his limited playing time at West Ham, prompting the club to seek options for player development. Köln is reportedly looking to strengthen their squad as they pursue additional players, possibly funded by a significant transfer involving El Mala to RB Leipzig.
- •Álvarez is close to joining Real Sociedad on loan.
- •Köln missed out on signing Álvarez due to budget issues.
- •Real Sociedad aims to enhance their midfield options.
- •Köln is seeking a defensive midfielder and right winger.
- •El Mala's potential transfer could provide funds for Köln.
- 7:38 AMYahoo Sports — West Ham’s Edson Álvarez set for Real Sociedad loan as Köln miss out
"1. FC Köln appears to have missed out on the signing of Edson Alvarez from West Ham.According to Marca, the Mexico international is close to joining Real Sociedad on loan for the upcoming season.The ...
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