[West Ham’s](https://www.claretandhugh.info/midfield-dismantled-as-second-player-says-yes-to-transfer-west-ham-news/) hasty midfield clear out continues apace as **Edson Alvarez** bowed to the inevitable and agreed to a loan and was duly dispatched to Turkish side Fenerbahce at the weekend.
Whist the Mexican International Captain has left the Hammers in a stew of their own making, it is a loan with a buy option only, not an obligation, so he may, or may not be returning, Aguerd-like, in twelve months time.
The buy-out clause which the Turkish side may choose to activate is believed to be for some £17 million at the end of the loan. Steep for non-Premier League sides.
Alvarez himself took to his instagram account to post a classy message to West Ham fans- retaining dignity in spite of the questionable treatment he’s received from Graham Potter who pretty much made up his mind immediately regarding the Mexican and kept him away from his team selections from the moment he arrived.
As Alvarez’ message states: “_I want to wish West Ham the best of luck this season. To the fans, thank you for your incredible support and passion”_ Full marks, Edson – how to manage an exit with dignity.
It also suggests ‘El Machin’ is well aware that in all probability he’ll be back at West Ham in June next year – most likely with a different manager to impress. So, unlike Nayef Aguerd’s ill-judged lengthy and gushing _‘farewell West Ham_‘ message last year- before he boomeranged back – Alvarez is most certainly taking care not to burn his West Ham boats.