West Ham midfielder Edson Álvarez is reportedly attracting serious interest from AC Milan, in what could mark the belated start of a summer transfer merry-go-round.
Álvarez is hot property right now after playing a pivotal role in Mexico’s Gold Cup triumph over the USA. Not only was the West Ham man named Player of the Tournament, but he also scored the winning goal in the final—instantly boosting his profile and market value.
A number of clubs are said to be keeping tabs on the 27-year-old, but it’s AC Milan who may hold an ace up their sleeve.
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The Italian giants are, of course, home to Yunus Musah, the former Arsenal academy graduate and USA international. Musah has long been on West Ham’s radar and is thought to be one of Graham Potter’s key midfield targets for his summer overhaul.
With Musah surplus to requirements at San Siro, there’s perhaps a chance that a potential swap deal involving Álvarez could be on the table.
West Ham midfielder Alvarez was named player for the tournament
That said, Raphael Onyedika of Club Brugge remains the most likely midfield arrival at the London Stadium, and his signing wouldn’t necessarily impact West Ham’s decision to move Álvarez on.
After his standout summer with Mexico, Álvarez has become a player in high demand. If Graham Potter decides to go in a different direction in midfield, the Hammers should have no trouble cashing in on the Mexican.