Kevin Álvarez aims to become America’s first high-profile signing for the 2023 Apertura, with the signature almost certain but the official confirmation still pending.
The transfer market is buzzing in Mexican football as America appears to push for a roster upgrade this summer. After a semifinal exit in the Clausura 2023 at the hands of archrival Chivas, the departure of coach Fernando Ortiz kicked off a wave of structural changes within the club, signaling more moves in the days and weeks ahead.
Yet the spotlight falls on Kevin Álvarez, the Pachuca right-back who earned a place in the Mexico squad for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. He is widely perceived as a near-automatic addition to the Eagles, even though no formal announcement has been issued by the club yet.
Álvarez would arrive at the Nest with the goal of strengthening the right flank, an area where America has faced challenges in recent campaigns. His quality as a defender, combined with extensive experience in Mexican football and international competition, reportedly prompted the club to invest significantly to secure his services.
In GOAL we outline what is known about Kevin Álvarez and the possibility of his signing for Apertura 2023.
WHAT ABOUT THE COST AND CONTRACT LENGTH?
Guillermo Almada, the Uruguayan coach of Pachuca, mentioned in an interview with KCH FM RADIO that Kevin’s transfer to America was valued at 11 million dollars. It remains unclear whether this figure is final or if additional players could have been included in the negotiation to help reduce the cash price of the transfer.
THE MEXICAN MEETING ✍️
Almada on Byron Castillo’s move to Pachuca
“Since he joined the Pachuca group, we wanted Byron, but his transfer was delayed,”
“We invited him to come along. We know him from BSC. Byron could have been a useful addition.”
— KCH FM RADIO
WHAT IS ÁLVAREZ’S PLAYING STYLE?
Álvarez is a defender who operates primarily on the right side, contributing heavily during the 90 minutes of a match. His forward runs and crossing ability are notable, but he also demonstrates solid defensive discipline. While with Pachuca, he recorded 5 goals and 12 assists across 150 appearances.
WHAT ABOUT HIS SALARY?
At this time, the exact salary he would command is not publicly disclosed.
WHICH DORSAL MIGHT HE WEAR?
It is not yet clear which number Álvarez would wear at America. His typical number has been 2, but that jersey is currently assigned to another player, Luis Fuentes.
Which team will win the Clausura 2023 Liga MX?
- 11% Monterrey
- 22% America
- 43% Chivas
- 2% Toluca
- 17% Tigers
- 5% Other
Vote results are reflected here as a snapshot of fan sentiment during that period.
Citation: GOAL