Record-Breaking Deal: West Ham Sign Edson Alvarez from Ajax for Staggering £354m Transfer Fee
West Ham secure £354m deal for Ajax midfielder Edson Alvarez, their first signing of the summer With Declan Rice's departure to Arsenal for a whopping £105m, the Hammers aim to rebuild their midfield Don't miss their Premier League opener against Bournemouth on Saturday at 3pm Stay tuned for more transfer updates on Sky Sports Medical expected for James Ward-Prowse
West Ham have made a significant addition to their squad by securing the services of Ajax midfielder Edson Alvarez for a fee of £35.4m.
This noteworthy signing marks the first acquisition for the Hammers in the summer transfer window, coinciding with the departure of their captain Declan Rice, who was sold to Arsenal for a staggering amount of £105m.
Ajax have officially announced the details of the deal, which includes an initial payment of £32.8m and additional £2.6m based on performance. Additionally, Alvarez has been assigned the No 19 jersey for his time at the London Stadium. West Ham will commence their Premier League campaign by facing off against Bournemouth on Saturday, with the match set to commence at 3pm.
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The Mexican midfielder will wear the No 19 shirt at West Ham
"It's a hugely sentimental moment for me in my career. To join a club like a West Ham is a dream for me and my family.
"The Premier League is an exceptional league, regarded as the finest in the world, and I believe that my style of play will be well-suited to it. I am now entrusted with the responsibility of representing West Ham and their esteemed football community, and I am fully committed to giving my utmost efforts while wearing the team's shirt."
David Moyes, the manager of West Ham, expressed his enthusiasm for the addition of Edson to their midfield. "We were particularly eager to bolster our midfield this summer, and Edson will be a valuable addition to the existing choices we have in that department."
"He's an experienced international player, who has enjoyed great success for both club and country during his career to date."
Ward-Prowse set for West Ham medical
West Ham and Southampton have reached a comprehensive agreement for the transfer of midfielder James Ward-Prowse. The deal, valued at £30m, includes improved payment terms and conditions for Southampton, which had previously rejected the same offer last month.
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