West Ham are confident of landing Ajax star Edson Alvarez for between £35-40million this summer, sources have told Football Insider.
Football Insider revealed on Friday (21 July) that the 25-year-old has emerged as the top target to replace Declan Rice at the London Stadium.
It is believed talks are ongoing with the player’s representatives – who have indicated the 25-year-old would be interested in a Premier League move.
However, a well-placed source has revealed that West Ham are likely to face competition for the midfielder’s signature.
Alvarez was the subject of interest from Borussia Dortmund and while talks are believed to have collapsed – a deal could yet be revived in the closing stages of the summer window.
David Moyes’ side are seeking a box-office replacement for ex-captain Rice, whose British-record move to Arsenal was made official last week
Alvarez made 44 appearances across all competitions last term for Ajax, notching four goals and three assists.
The Mexico international, who has played at two World Cups, is under contract for two more years after penning his last extension in October 2021.
Alvarez, 25, has racked up 260 career appearances for Ajax and Club America and could now land a dream move to the Premier League with West Ham.
Moyes’ side have a number of midfield targets in mind as they look to kickstart their summer business.
Football Insider revealed on Friday (21 July) that the Irons are set to formalise their interest in Southampton’s James Ward-Prowse after seeing an initial verbal offer rejected.
In other news, West Ham and Wolves set sights on signing Emiliano Martinez.
