What happened. West Ham and Mexico midfielder Edson Alvarez posted a statement on social media denying accusations of involvement in the alleged kidnapping of film producer Juan Jose Lopez Ordonez in Mexico City in 2024. Alvarez said he will consider legal action and rejected any association with the events.

Ordonez claims he was forced into a vehicle at gunpoint by the family of Alvarez's former father-in-law.
Ordonez says Alvarez was not directly involved but was aware of the plot.
Alvarez said media outlets prioritised sensationalism over accuracy and truth.

“I categorically reject any allegation or attempt to associate my name with events, conflicts, or conduct that are entirely unrelated to me.”
— Edson Alvarez

Alvarez, who has made 74 appearances for West Ham since joining from Ajax in 2023, says he will keep focusing on his family and career.

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