Fenerbahce secures Edson Alvarez on temporary deal from West Ham, holding purchase option
Edson Alvarez, a 27-year-old Mexican defensive midfielder, has joined Turkish club Fenerbahçe on a loan deal with an option to buy. The loan transfer was confirmed in a statement by Fenerbahçe, but the exact purchase price triggering the buy option was not specified.
Alvarez, who was previously acquired by West Ham United from Ajax for €38 million, made 73 appearances for the English club, scoring two goals and providing three assists. However, no Premier League team signed Alvarez from West Ham United in the summer 2025 transfer window.
The transfer marks the eighth new addition to Fenerbahçe's team during this transfer window. Alvarez arrived in Istanbul aboard a private plane from London and was greeted by Fenerbahçe Football Director Devin Ozek at Ataturk Airport's General Aviation Terminal.
Accompanied by his family, Alvarez travelled to Istanbul to finalize medical checks and contract discussions. The medical examinations and transfer negotiations are yet to be finalized.
The statement from the Turkish club did not confirm the €22 million valuation of the option to buy Alvarez, nor did it mention the €38 million price that West Ham United acquired Alvarez from Ajax for. Additionally, the value of the option to buy Alvarez, if it exists, was not disclosed in the statement.
The current market value of Alvarez is estimated at €25 million. His arrival at Fenerbahçe has excited fans, who are looking forward to seeing him in action for the Turkish club.
With Alvarez's addition, Fenerbahçe is poised to strengthen its squad for the upcoming season. The club has made eight new additions this transfer window, and Alvarez is set to play a significant role in their plans.
More updates on Alvarez's medical examinations and contract negotiations are expected in the coming days. Stay tuned for further developments.
