Olympiacos pursues permanent deal for West Ham's Edson Álvarez
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 5:05 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Olympiacos has entered into concrete negotiations with West Ham United for Edson Álvarez. Initially discussing a loan, Olympiacos is now seeking a permanent transfer to strengthen their midfield after missing out on other targets. West Ham has set an asking price of €14 million for Álvarez, with Olympiacos reportedly having made an offer of €8 million. The Mexican international has been absent from West Ham's recent matchday squads as discussions continue surrounding his potential departure.
- •Olympiacos intensifies efforts to sign Edson Álvarez from West Ham.
- •Initial loan talks have shifted toward a permanent deal.
- •West Ham seeks €14 million for the midfielder.
- •Olympiacos allegedly offered €8 million.
- •Álvarez has not featured in recent West Ham matchday squads.
- 5:05 AMYahoo Sports — Olympiacos Confirm Pursuit of West Ham's Edson Álvarez as Talks Shift Toward Permanent Deal
"Olympiacos pivot to a definitive swoop for Mexico’s captain Edson Alvarez as negotiations with West Ham intensify, aiming to bolster their midfield following a string of missed targets.
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