Edson Alvarez just gave Nuno Espirito Santo new West Ham headache as 97% stat emerges from Mexico win over Australia
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Credit: Imago Mon 1 June 2026 10:39, UK Edson Alvarez will be the subject of a difficult decision for West Ham United this summer amid his imminent return.The midfielder was loaned out to Fenerbahce last summer with an option to buy inserted into the deal, with the Turkish club opting against it.He remains under contract until 2028 at the London Stadium, but West Ham’s relegation to the Championship may complicate matters.However, after watching Alvarez as Mexico beat Australia 1-0 courtesy of Johan Vasquez’s goal on Sunday, the Hammers may be considering how they can convince him to stay. West Ham transfer chiefs will have plenty of such situations this summer, but the 28-year-old feels as if he could be one to stay on. 🔄West Ham United Transfer Update🔄 Breaking news on signings, departures, and contract news from the West Ham United boardroom.
VISIT THE WEST HAM TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Remarkable Edson Alvarez stats vs AustraliaAlvarez underwent surgery in February after suffering a significant injury to his ankle. The midfielder had already missed some of the first half of the season through hamstring problems, and this was a killer blow to any hopes of staying permanently.Alvarez would ultimately make just 18 appearances across all competitions for Fenerbahce, with the option to buy understandably passed up.Edson AlvarezStats vs Australia (H)Minutes played60Accurate passes75/77Chances created1Blocks1Clearances5Interceptions1Duels won2/2The 28-year-old will now go to the World Cup with Mexico, one of the host nations, and will return to West Ham after that.
Another move could be possible, but Nuno Espirito Santo may try his hand at convincing the former Ajax man to stay.Especially after his performance on Sunday, which actually came from the centre of defence. Alvarez was full value for his clean sheet, misplacing just two passes throughout his 60 minutes on the pitch and registering numerous defensive contributions.— Mexican National Team (@miseleccionmxEN) May 31, 2026 The Mexican made a block, five clearances, won a free-kick and won every duel he contested on the day.West Ham face uphill battle to convince AlvarezAlvarez arrived at West Ham in 2023, joining in a deal worth around £35million and sought to replace Arsenal-bound Declan Rice.The 28-year-old enjoyed a decent first season in the Premier League, and started the majority of his second season, too. — West Ham United (@WestHam) January 26, 2025 But last summer, Alvarez made it clear that he wanted to leave following Graham Potter’s appointment.That feeling reportedly has not left, with Ajax rumoured to be offering a route back to the Netherlands for the midfielder, but Nuno will hope that he can convince the Mexico international to give it one more year. ⚒️ Don’t Miss a Beat: Your West Ham Insider Access Get the full story from the London Stadium and Rush Green with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from East London.