Real Sociedad advances for Edson Álvarez

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Real Sociedad has opened discussions with West Ham United to secure the signing of Edson Álvarez, a 28-year-old Mexican midfielder. The player is willing to leave England and has expressed his interest in moving to San Sebastián, so personal terms are not an obstacle to the operation.

The main point pending is the agreement between the clubs. Álvarez is under contract with West Ham until 2028, and the English club aims to recoup part of the approximately €38 million they invested when acquiring him from Ajax in 2023.

Real Sociedad negotiates for Edson Álvarez

Real Sociedad has been monitoring Edson Álvarez's situation for several weeks and has taken a step further with direct contacts with West Ham. The Mexican can play as a midfielder and also as a center-back, two roles that fit the needs of the Basque club during this transfer window, as confirmed by Fabrizio Romano.

🚨🔵⚪️ Real Sociedad are in contact now with West Ham to find a solution for Edson Álvarez deal.

Álvarez, open to leaving West Ham and personal terms are not an issue: he’s keen on the move. 🇲🇽 pic.twitter.com/AGOLJxzun1

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 19, 2026

Álvarez returned to West Ham United this summer after spending the 2025/26 season on loan at Fenerbahçe. The Turkish club had an option to buy him permanently, but the player returned to England once the loan ended.

His time in London began in August 2023 after leaving Ajax. Before moving to Turkey, the Mexican international played in 73 official matches, contributing 2 goals and 3 assists, spread between the Premier League and European competitions.

West Ham's relegation to the Championship has created a different scenario now. Both the club and the player are considering a separation, and Real is trying to find an economic structure that allows completing the transfer without approaching the original investment made by the English club.

Edson Álvarez wants to play for Real Sociedad

Edson Álvarez's willingness is facilitating the negotiations. The player is interested in competing in LaLiga and sees the offer from San Sebastián as an opportunity to continue in one of the main European leagues after his season in Turkey.

Real also has the advantage of offering European competition. This season, the team will compete in the Europa League, in addition to LaLiga, Copa del Rey, and Supercopa, prompting the sports management to work on expanding a squad that still needs reinforcements.

The Mexican would also bring international experience. He is the captain of Mexico and participated in the 2026 World Cup, following a career in Europe that includes stints at Ajax, West Ham, and Fenerbahçe.

West Ham United must define the conditions

The economic aspect will determine the outcome. West Ham United paid around €38 million for Álvarez three years ago, and they still have the player under contract for two more seasons, giving them negotiation leverage.

Real has examined various formulas to reduce the initial outlay. One of the options raised during discussions involves initially acquiring a percentage of the player's rights, although any structure will require the final approval of the English club.

Ajax has also been monitoring the Mexican's situation during this transfer window, adding competition to the operation. Álvarez previously played in Amsterdam between 2019 and 2023 before moving to English football.

The next step will be to align the economic terms with West Ham. Real Sociedad has Edson Álvarez's willingness and continues the talks to try to turn that agreement with the player into a transfer before the market closes.

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