Mexico City /
The winter market was too busy for Edson alvarez, who was very close to leaving Ajax to play with him Valencia, although the directive his club chose to close its doors, a decision he now appreciates.
The American youth team came into conflict because of it I had little participation with the Dutch giant, who added to the distance he had from his girlfriend and daughter, who they could not be with him by the strict laws of the Netherlands. He thought of going to Spain and restart the adventure in Europe, but for his own good it did not happen.
“Yes, I was close to a transfer. Valencia came to me and I talked. But eventually it was Ajax’s turn. I accepted his decision, “he said Alvarez who is now the starter in Erik ten Hag’s box, albeit as a midfielder.
“Any father who cannot be with his daughter and cannot see her has many problems in his life. I think it affected my performance. He was very upset and frustrated. He wasn’t completely focused on football. Now I’m in a different situation“he added.
Mexicans with very expensive
As for being a constant among Mexican football players, Alvarez pointed out that there are many young people who want to play on the Old Continent, although the prices they charge complicate everything.
“I think all young Mexicans have the desire to come and play in Europe, the problem is prices in which I sell a Mexican player. The Mexican is sold over 10 million dollars or euros, a price that is not usually paid in Europe, he commented, “he added.