The presentation of the Mexican midfielder arrives sooner than many expected.
Edson Álvarez has completed his transfer to West Ham United from Ajax, in a deal valued at €38 million. Known as El Machín, the midfielder steps from the Dutch side to the English Premier League, one of the most high-profile moves in the club’s recent history. The price tag places him among the club’s most expensive signings, trailing only a handful of the big-name acquisitions that have defined West Ham in years past.
Álvarez enters a league many fans and analysts regard as the fiercest on the planet, tasked with filling the void left by Declan Rice, who recently joined Arsenal for a record-breaking fee. The transition is steep: replacing a homegrown captain who became a global centerpiece is never easy, yet Álvarez brings a combination of tenacity and versatility that could suit West Ham’s dynamic style in the coming seasons.
From his home base in Tlalnepantla de Baz, Álvarez is poised to present himself to the West Ham faithful, and fans of the club and viewers around the world will be watching closely to see how quickly he adapts to life in England and the pace of the Premier League. GOAL will provide updates on the timing of his official unveiling and first appearances.
WHEN WILL EDSON ÁLVAREZ MAKE HIS PREMIER LEAGUE DEBUT?
West Ham United supporters and international observers alike are eyeing the opening weekend of the 2023/24 Premier League season, when the Hammers travel to Bournemouth to face a test at Vitality Stadium. The new signing could feature as soon as that match, depending on his acclimation and the coach’s assessment of his football rhythm after joining the squad.
Álvarez participated in the 2023 Gold Cup with the Mexican national team during the offseason. He did not undergo a traditional pre-season with Ajax due to his commitments with El Tri, taking a short break before reporting back to his club to discuss his future. The final decision rests with the manager, David Moyes, who will determine whether Álvarez has the match fitness and sharpness required to start the season in England.
WHAT STANDS OUT IN THIS TRANSFER WINDOW?
- Jude Bellingham
- Christopher Nkunku
- Dominik Szoboszlai
- Mason Mount
- Sandro Tonali
- Other
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WHAT DO FANS THINK ABOUT THE SIGNING?
- 65% Jude Bellingham
- 8% Christopher Nkunku
- 3% Dominik Szoboszlai
- 4% Mason Mount
- 5% Sandro Tonali
- 16% Other
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Note: Information compiled from GOAL reports and club announcements.