Ajax's top midfielder has been secured by West Ham in a transfer deal.
Edson Álvarez, a 25-year-old Mexican midfielder, has joined West Ham United after a successful stint with Ajax, the Dutch club confirmed. The transfer fee is reported to be €38 million, with potential bonuses that could bring it up to €40 million.
Álvarez's career has been marked by consistent performances, leadership, and key contributions in crucial matches. He began his professional journey with Club América in Mexico before moving to Ajax in 2019 for a reported fee of around €15 million.
At Ajax, Álvarez made his competitive debut in August 2019 and scored his first goal for the club in a UEFA Champions League playoff match the same month. He became the first Mexican to score on his Champions League debut. Álvarez's performances earned him a nomination for the Eredivisie Player of the Year Award in his second season.
Álvarez's time at Ajax was marked by numerous achievements. He played in and won the Dutch Cup in April 2021 and made over 100 appearances for the club, joining the prestigious "Club van 100" in April 2022. In addition, Álvarez helped Ajax win two Dutch league titles.
On the international stage, Álvarez has been a key player for the Mexico national team, also serving as its captain. He scored a decisive and match-winning goal in the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup final against the United States, helping Mexico secure its record 10th Gold Cup title.
Álvarez will wear the number 19 shirt for West Ham and has signed a contract with the club until June 2028. The financial terms of the deal between West Ham and Ajax have not been officially disclosed.
The information about the transfer fee is based on reports from British media and the Transfermarkt portal. West Ham won the race for Álvarez over Borussia Dortmund, who had also shown interest in the midfielder but couldn't meet Ajax's financial demands.
As Álvarez begins his journey with West Ham United, he brings with him a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success. Fans of the London-based club can look forward to seeing him in action in the coming seasons.
Edson Álvarez, now a member of West Ham United, will undoubtedly bring his skills honed in European-leagues, especially the Premier-league, to the fore as he dons the number 19 shirt for his new team. Having impressively played and won titles in Dutch-leagues, including the Dutch Cup and two Dutch league titles with Ajax, the Mexican midfielder might just help West Ham climb football's highest ranks.
