Voetbalprimeur.nl reports that Ajax is interested in Erik Lira. Ajax was linked to Erik Lira in April, and technical director Jordi Cruijff would prefer the return of Álvarez.

Insider Ike Carrera stated that Ajax inquired about Erik Lira, but no formal offer has been made yet.

Ajax has a serious interest in Erik Lira, a 25-year-old defensive midfielder from Cruz Azul, according to an initial report from transfer journalist Ike Carrera. Deporteros Mx adds that the Amsterdam-based club has already held talks with Lira's camp and made an inquiry with Cruz Azul. Last week, the Mexican publication Record linked Lira with a potential move to Feyenoord, while Lens and Benfica have also been linked with signing him.