Player: Edson Álvarez

• Full name: Edson Álvarez Velázquez
• Date of birth: 24 October 1997
• Place of birth: Tlalnepantla, State of Mexico, Mexico
• Nationality: Mexican
• Primary positions: Defensive midfielder, centre-back
• Current club (as of 2026): West Ham United (English Premier League)
• Previous clubs:
  • Club América (Liga MX) — senior debut and breakthrough
  • Ajax (Eredivisie) — transfer and European development
  • West Ham United — Premier League transfer
• Mexico national team: Regular member of the senior Mexico national team; has played in CONCACAF competitions, FIFA World Cup tournaments, and friendlies
• Notable attributes: Strong defensive awareness, physicality, ability to play both as a holding midfielder and as a central defender, good passing range, strong aerial ability
• Honours & achievements (selected):
  • Domestic titles with Club América (Liga MX)
  • KNVB Cup runner-up / domestic honours during time at Ajax (depending on season)
  • Regular selections and important role for Mexico at major tournaments including the FIFA World Cup and CONCACAF Gold Cup
• Notable facts: Known for leadership, versatility, and consistency; one of Mexico’s key defensive midfield options since his emergence.

Last update: Information current to 2026. For exact match statistics, appearances, and trophies by season, please consult the latest club and federation records or a live sports database.