Quick Info
| Profession | Football Player |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Mexican |
| Date of Birth | 24/10/1997 |
| Age | 29 years |
| Birthplace | Tlalnepantla de Baz, Mexico |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
Latest News about Edson Alvarez
Álvarez was left out of West Ham's matchday squads under manager Nuno Espírito Santo in the EFL Championship, following the club's relegation from the Premier League. His last competitive appearance came on 08/08/2026 in the EFL Cup win over Portsmouth, and his market value was reported at around €12 million.
Edson Álvarez publicly denied a kidnapping accusation that had been circulating in connection with his name. He said the allegation was entirely unrelated to him, and the matter drew wide attention because he is also Mexico’s captain.
A transfer out of West Ham did not materialise before the summer window closed, despite interest from clubs in Greece, MLS and Spain. Álvarez remained at the club after deadline day and has continued to look for a move away.
Edson Álvarez was named in Javier Aguirre’s 26-man Mexico squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The selection confirmed his continued importance to the national team ahead of the tournament hosted in North America.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Edson Omar Álvarez Velázquez |
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| Nickname | El Machín |
| Position | Defensive Midfielder / Center-Back |
| Preferred Foot | Right |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 1.90 m |
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| Weight | 73 kg |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
Personal Life
| Relationship Status | Dating Sofia Toache |
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| Marital Status | Not Married |
Relationships & More
| Partner | Sofia Toache |
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Family
| Father | Evaristo Álvarez |
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| Mother | Adriana Velázquez |
Career
| Current Club | West Ham United |
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| Joined Current Club | 10/08/2023 |
| Contract Expires | 30/06/2028 |
| National Team Caps | 83 |
| National Team Goals | 5 |
| First International Cap | vs Iceland (08/02/2017) |
| First International Goal | vs Curaçao (16/07/2017) |
| Previous Clubs |
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| Loan Club (2025-2026) | Fenerbahçe |
| Awards | CONCACAF Gold Cup Player of the Tournament (2025) |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He is known by the nickname 'El Machín' | |
| 2. He can play as both a defensive midfielder and a center-back | |
| 3. He joined West Ham United from Ajax on a five-year contract | |
| 4. His net worth is estimated at $1,500,000 |
