Off the PitchMirror FootballUnverified source· 10 Sept 2026
Edson Alvarez Denies Kidnap Claims, Threatens Legal Action
West Ham's Mexico captain fights back against 'false allegations' linking him to a kidnapping.
E. Álvarez
player
Who
Edson Alvarez
What
Denies kidnapping claims, threatens legal action
Club
West Ham United
Age
28
What happened. Edson Alvarez has denied allegations linking him to the kidnapping of Juan Jose Lopez Ordonez, a producer who claims he was kidnapped two years ago after demanding payment for a documentary. Alvarez says he categorically rejects the claims and is threatening legal action over what he calls false allegations.
- Ordonez says the documentary cost over £150,000 and remains unpaid.
- Ordonez spoke to Mexican entertainment magazine TVNotas.
- Alvarez posted a statement in English and Spanish on Instagram.
“I categorically reject any allegation or attempt to associate my nam”
— Edson Alvarez
Alvarez is taking legal action as he fights to clear his name over the kidnapping claims.
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