West Ham United allowed Edson Álvarez to join Fenerbahçe on loan with an option to buy in August.
José Mourinho was then in charge at the Turkish club. Later that month, they showed the exit door to the manager after losing in Champions League qualifiers to Benfica.
On September 16th, the midfielder said it wasn’t easy for him to leave West Ham for the Istanbul club. He was also disappointed by Mourinho’s exit as the manager played a key part in his arrival.
Fenerbahçe replaced Mourinho with Domenico Tedesco and the Mexico international has been enjoying life under the current manager. Wednesday’s edition of Sabah looks at his situation and the Yellow Canaries’ plans for him.
The 28-year-old was sidelined for close to a month in September. Since recovering from the setback, he’s been a regular for Fenerbahçe. The defensive midfielder has played 653 minutes from nine matches so far.
According to the Turkish newspaper, the West Ham owned player has quickly adapted to Tedesco’s system and has impressed him and his coaching staff. Álvarez’s performances have also pleased the club.
Fenerbahçe have secured a €22m purchase option, which they deem to be ‘excessive’. As they have a desire to buy him, Sabah states the Süper Lig side will negotiate with the Hammers to lower the price.
There’s no mention of the fee they would like to pay for Álvarez.