Edson Álvarez is one of the key names for the Mexican national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup. With experience playing in two World Cups, the Mexican defensive midfielder is likely to be one of the first names on the team roster.
Álvarez currently plays for Fenerbahçe in Turkiye and started to get consistent minutes after the injury he suffered last year.
The Mexican midfielder has struggled with ankle discomfort, which has affected his game time in Turkiye and has only played four matches for Fenerbahçe in 2026 so far.
Reports in Turkiye continue to mention that Álvarez is struggling with ankle discomfort and a new update has caused fear of him not only missing multiple months for Fenerbahçe, but potentially missing the World Cup for the Mexican national team.
Álvarez played 46 minutes in Fenerbahçe's previous match against Erzurumspor FK in the Turkish Cup last week and has since missed games.
Edson Álvarez set for Ankle Surgery?
Reports in Turkiye suggest that Edson Álvarez is expected to be out for a long period of time due to issues with his ankle. The Mexican midfielder has struggled with pain in his ankle.
Rumors in Turkiye suggest that the club could consider having Álvarez undergo ankle surgery. This could keep the Mexican midfielder out for months.
Santiago Giménez underwent ankle surgery after suffering from ankle discomfort and is expected to be back next month. He missed four months of action with AC Milan, and if Álvarez undergoes ankle surgery, his spot in the Mexican national team roster is at serious risk.
Edson Álvarez getting an ankle surgery is yet to be confirmed, but more information will be revealed in the next few days.
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