Overview
- Edson Álvarez is seeking to leave West Ham after the club's relegation to the Championship and both player and club are exploring transfer options.
- Journalist reports say Real Sociedad has opened talks with West Ham and holds a negotiation advantage over Ajax, but no agreement is complete.
- De Telegraaf reported Real Sociedad offered about €7.5 million for 50% of Álvarez's rights with bonuses to buy more, a structure Ajax is reportedly weighing as well.
- Ajax has maintained interest and held talks between Edson Álvarez and sporting director Jordi Cruyff, with the club also considering a loan proposal.
- West Ham prefers a permanent sale and is understood to be seeking a significantly higher fee than the €7.5 million‑for‑50% approach, with reports that €14 million of the club's original €38 million payment to Ajax remains outstanding.