Overview

• Fenerbahçe have signed Álvarez from West Ham on a one‑year loan that includes a reported €22 million purchase option.
• José Mourinho said Álvarez is not ready to be named to the squad for Wednesday’s Champions League playoff against Benfica.
• The Portuguese coach was a key factor in Fenerbahçe’s pursuit of the Mexico international, according to multiple reports.
• UK outlet The Sun reports Mourinho is a leading candidate for the Nottingham Forest job, a rumor not confirmed by the clubs and one that could affect Álvarez’s standing if the coach departs.
• Álvarez posted a farewell message to West Ham fans and told Fenerbahçe media he aims to win titles, with local reports projecting a likely Süper Lig debut on August 31.