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Edson Álvarez Transfer from West Ham United to FC Köln
According to reports, FC Koln are close to securing a loan deal for Edson Alvarez that includes an option to buy. Alvarez has made his desire to leave clear. The deal depends on Koln's ability to cover Alvarez's current Championship wage of £50,000 per week. Depending on the start date of the loan, West Ham could save several million in wages, but this is conditional on Koln agreeing to make Alvarez their highest-paid player. According to Capology’s estimated wages, this would see him narrowly surpass Luca Waldschmidt. Sky Sports journalist Florian Pettenburg has stated that Alvarez will need to accept a reduced salary for the move to proceed.
According to reports, FC Koln are close to securing a loan deal for Edson Alvarez that includes an option to buy. Alvarez has made his desire to leave clear. The deal depends on Koln's ability to cover Alvarez's current Championship wage of £50,000 per week. Depending on the start date of the loan, West Ham could save several million in wages, but this is conditional on Koln agreeing to make Alvarez their highest-paid player. According to Capology’s estimated wages, this would see him narrowly surpass Luca Waldschmidt. Sky Sports journalist Florian Pettenburg has stated that Alvarez will need to accept a reduced salary for the move to proceed.
According to ExWHUEmployee, a loan move to FC Koln for Edson Alvarez that includes an option to buy has been provisionally agreed, although the player has not yet agreed to personal terms. Alvarez would have been subject to a 50 percent wage reduction at West Ham due to relegation, and it is thought that these wages are still higher than what the German club can afford.
According to ExWHUEmployee, a loan move to FC Koln for Edson Alvarez that includes an option to buy has been provisionally agreed, although the player has not yet agreed to personal terms. Alvarez would have been subject to a 50 percent wage reduction at West Ham due to relegation, and it is thought that these wages are still higher than what the German club can afford.
According to Bild, while Mexico captain Edson Álvarez is a potential key midfield signing for 1. FC Köln, Thomas Kessler is preparing an alternative option.
According to Bild, while Mexico captain Edson Álvarez is a potential key midfield signing for 1. FC Köln, Thomas Kessler is preparing an alternative option.
SkySportDE reports that 1. FC Köln and West Ham have reached an agreement in principle for a loan deal concerning Edson Álvarez. The main issue is reaching a full agreement with Álvarez regarding his salary. The 28-year-old leader would have to accept a significant pay cut to join 1. FC Köln. He has already gathered information about the club, the fans, the atmosphere, the city and the stadium, and has received positive feedback. Köln are making efforts to finalize the deal.
SkySportDE reports that 1. FC Köln and West Ham have reached an agreement in principle for a loan deal concerning Edson Álvarez. The main issue is reaching a full agreement with Álvarez regarding his salary. The 28-year-old leader would have to accept a significant pay cut to join 1. FC Köln. He has already gathered information about the club, the fans, the atmosphere, the city and the stadium, and has received positive feedback. Köln are making efforts to finalize the deal.
West Ham does not consider Edson Alvarez as part of its squad plans. After receiving interest from several teams, Alvarez chose Köln. West Ham is reportedly open to all options, including a loan. An agreement with Köln is expected to be reached soon.
West Ham does not consider Edson Alvarez as part of its squad plans. After receiving interest from several teams, Alvarez chose Köln. West Ham is reportedly open to all options, including a loan. An agreement with Köln is expected to be reached soon.
According to Sky Germany, 1. FC Köln are exploring signing West Ham midfielder Edson Álvarez. The 28-year-old is reportedly open to joining 1. FC Köln, and the club is working to complete a deal, although the transfer is considered difficult. Álvarez’s reported salary of €5-6 million per season is the biggest obstacle. The expected sale of Jakub Kamiński to Benfica for a reported €20 million is anticipated to strengthen Köln’s position in their efforts to sign the Mexico captain. Another factor that could be an advantage for Köln is squad planner Tim Steidten, who was significantly involved in bringing Álvarez to West Ham in 2023 during his time with the London club.
According to Sky Germany, 1. FC Köln are exploring signing West Ham midfielder Edson Álvarez. The 28-year-old is reportedly open to joining 1. FC Köln, and the club is working to complete a deal, although the transfer is considered difficult. Álvarez’s reported salary of €5-6 million per season is the biggest obstacle. The expected sale of Jakub Kamiński to Benfica for a reported €20 million is anticipated to strengthen Köln’s position in their efforts to sign the Mexico captain. Another factor that could be an advantage for Köln is squad planner Tim Steidten, who was significantly involved in bringing Álvarez to West Ham in 2023 during his time with the London club.
According to SkySportDE, West Ham are ready to sell Edson Álvarez this summer, and a loan deal is also an option if required. The clubs are reportedly already in contact, as 1. FC Köln are strongly pursuing Álvarez. The player is said to be looking for a new challenge and is receptive to joining 1. FC Köln.
According to SkySportDE, West Ham are ready to sell Edson Álvarez this summer, and a loan deal is also an option if required. The clubs are reportedly already in contact, as 1. FC Köln are strongly pursuing Álvarez. The player is said to be looking for a new challenge and is receptive to joining 1. FC Köln.
According to BILD information, 1. FC Köln is attempting to sign Edson Alvarez and has made contact with the player. BILD information also estimates the probability of a signing at approximately 30 percent. Alvarez was a starter in the Premier League until the beginning of 2025, after which he experienced injuries and was loaned to Fenerbahce last season, where he made only 12 league appearances. Fenerbahce did not exercise their purchase option. Because of West Ham's relegation, the player's salary is probably significantly lower than it was during his time in the Premier League. His market value was 35 million euros two years ago. A loan agreement might be considered if Alvarez does not find a new club that allows him to play internationally within three or four weeks.
According to BILD information, 1. FC Köln is attempting to sign Edson Alvarez and has made contact with the player. BILD information also estimates the probability of a signing at approximately 30 percent. Alvarez was a starter in the Premier League until the beginning of 2025, after which he experienced injuries and was loaned to Fenerbahce last season, where he made only 12 league appearances. Fenerbahce did not exercise their purchase option. Because of West Ham's relegation, the player's salary is probably significantly lower than it was during his time in the Premier League. His market value was 35 million euros two years ago. A loan agreement might be considered if Alvarez does not find a new club that allows him to play internationally within three or four weeks.
FC Köln is exploring a deal to sign Edson Álvarez from West Ham United. It is reported that the transfer is difficult to complete, but the German club is making an effort. The 28-year-old Mexican midfielder, whose contract with West Ham runs until 2028, is said to be open to an immediate move to Köln. Álvarez, who joined the club in August 2023, has 102 caps and 7 goals for the Mexico national team. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €15.00m.
FC Köln is exploring a deal to sign Edson Álvarez from West Ham United. It is reported that the transfer is difficult to complete, but the German club is making an effort. The 28-year-old Mexican midfielder, whose contract with West Ham runs until 2028, is said to be open to an immediate move to Köln. Álvarez, who joined the club in August 2023, has 102 caps and 7 goals for the Mexico national team. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €15.00m.
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