Real Sociedad pursues Edson Álvarez as West Ham explores midfielder options
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 4:30 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Real Sociedad has made initial contacts with West Ham United regarding Edson Álvarez. The Mexican midfielder, whom West Ham signed in the summer of 2023, has struggled to find consistent form. After spending last season on loan at Fenerbahçe, Álvarez's future appears uncertain, with both Sociedad and his former team Ajax interested in acquiring him. The discussions this week indicate Sociedad's intent to make a formal offer for the player.
- •Real Sociedad contacts West Ham about Edson Álvarez.
- •Álvarez has struggled to regain form since joining West Ham.
- •He spent the last season on loan at Fenerbahçe.
- •Ajax is also interested in re-signing Álvarez.
- •Discussions for a deal are reportedly underway.
- 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — Real Sociedad make contact over deal for West Ham star
"La Liga outfit West Ham United have kickstarted efforts to bring a member of the midfield ranks at West Ham United to Spain this summer.This comes amid the understanding that the Basques are eyeing a ...
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