“Not What we Wanted to Hear” | Romano’s Alvarez Transfer Hint
Football transfer insider Fabrizio Romano has stated on his Twitter (X) account that West Ham midfielder Edson Álvarez is expected to return to action sooner than anticipated.
The Italian journalist specified that the Hammers’ Mexican midfielder could be back for this weekend’s game against Crystal Palace, a surprising update that contradicts information given to C&H when we were informed he was still some way from fitness by a top club source.
Romano also suggested that several clubs might be preparing bids for Álvarez as the transfer window closes.
However, Claret & Hugh reported last week that a top club source indicated Álvarez would not return until after the September international break, with his next expected game against Fulham on September 14th rather than Palace on Saturday.
It has also been reported to C&H that Álvarez has not been training with the first team as he continues his rehabilitation. A Hammers insider informed us on Friday, “the tear is worse than we thought.”
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West Ham United. West Ham United boss Julen Lopetegu. West Ham United have been one of the Premier League’s biggest spending sides this summer with no fewer than eight first-team signings totaling over £120million, alongside the soon-to-be permanent signing of Jean-Clair Todibo when his loan is made permanent next summer – but Dharmesh Sheth has exclusively told GIVEMESPORT that despite their impressive window, the Hammers could look to add another striker in the summer.
Germany international Niclas Fullkrug has joined the club from Borussia Dortmund in a shock deal after he impressed at EURO 2024 with the German national team, and alongside Michail Antonio, will form two strong striking options at the London Stadium over the course of the campaign. With Danny Ings – who is rumoured to be on his way out of the club – still in their ranks, a striker is not imperative to their success. But that could change with Sheth stating that the Hammers could look to add players if the former Southampton striker departs.
West Ham United head coach Julen Lopetegui and technical director Tim Steidten.Ings was linked with Southampton earlier in the window in a £6million deal, but nothing ever properly developed and the former Liverpool star remains on their books for the time being.
