Edson Álvarez is now set to become a new Fenerbahçe player this summer after reports from Fabrizio Romano state that he will play under Jose Mourinho this season. The deal is a loan with an option to buy for the Turkish side.
🚨🟡🔵 EXCL: Edson Álvarez to Fenerbahçe, here we go! Deal done on initial loan with buy option clause.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 21, 2025
The midfielder will fly today for medical tests. ✈️🇹🇷
After considering his options key for Fener choice was José Mourinho really keen on getting him — and European football. pic.twitter.com/E6Ns1W9z25
Many reports suggested that Mourinho is the one who really wanted the Mexican midfielder and already had talks with Álvarez. During the summer, there were rumors that Álvarez would not be in West Ham United's plans for this season, and it was proven right as he was benched for the first game in the Premier League.
Álvarez did not play in the 3-0 loss to Sunderland. He did not play in the Premier League Summer Series preseason tour in the U.S. as well. His move to Fenerbahce has many Mexican fans reacting in many different ways.
This comes after new reports suggesting that other top clubs like FC Porto, Inter Milan, and Borussia Dortmund showed interest. It was too late as the deal with Fenerbahce was advanced and it will soon become official.
Mexican fans online reacted to the news, and ahead of the 2026 World Cup, there is concern and optimism.
Mexican Fans' Reaction to Edson Álvarez joining Fenerbahçe
Most fans are not impressed with Álvarez's move to Turkey, as they believe the level in the Turkish league will not help improve the player. The league is not among the top five in Europe, but it is one of the most notable ones.
Fenerbahçe is a huge club in Turkey and is playing for a spot in the Champions League next season. They are currently drawing 0-0 against Benfica on aggregate, with the return leg next week in Portugal at the Estadio da Luz.
Despite this, some fans still don't like the move for the Mexican midfielder. One fan on X wrote, "It seems more like a step backward than a step forward." Another fan wrote, "This is the reality of the Mexican captain. This says a lot about the level of the national team, there is no level.."
😓🇹🇷 Parece más un retroceso que un paso hacia adelante… https://t.co/7emKPNtr1W
— Jovenes Futbolistas MX (@Jovenesfutmx) August 21, 2025
Other fans counter the criticism of the move because of the minutes they expect Álvarez will receive and that he will stay in Europe.
One fan made a great argument on X writing, "One year after the World Cup, being a starter in Turkey is better than being a substitute in England, especially if you’re a player the coach specifically requested. Being managed by Mourinho will never be a step backward."
Another fan wrote, "Staying in Europe will never be a step backward." Fans in favor of the move love that Jose Mourinho is the one who wanted to sign the Mexican midfielder, suggesting big plans for him this season.
Do you like Edson Álvarez joining Fenerbahçe instead of staying at West Ham United? Can you see Álvarez doing well in Turkey?
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