The unexpected possibility for Edson Alvarez after 'significant' West Ham update
Edson Alvarez looks set for another chance at West Ham United.
The midfielder looked destined to leave the Hammers before the deadline after being frozen out of the side, but several proposed moves fell through.
There was talk of him joining FC Koln on loan, but then a potential return to Ajax came to the table.
The Dutch side were reportedly still due a final instalment of £11million from the Irons for Alvarez as of this summer, with a loan transfer also discussed.
The Mexico international was unable to return to Amsterdam, as an out-of-window transfer to Saudi Arabia was also mentioned.
However, Alvarez is still on West Ham's books, and there may be a way for him to get back into Nuno Espirito Santo's side.
How Edson Alvarez can now flip script at West Ham after latest update
According to a "significant" update from Claret and Hugh on Tuesday, Alvarez remains part of Nuno's plans.
According to an agent who was involved in the player's move to Fenerbahce last term, Nuno "really likes" the midfielder.
It's said that Nuno appears more open to using the 28-year-old than perhaps first thought, and he has been revealed to be back in first-team training with the group.
West Ham are reportedly set to host a behind-closed-doors friendly at Rush Green against an unnamed opponent this week, which could prove key for Alvarez's involvement moving forward.
The Hammers rejected permanent offers for him in the summer due to the proposals falling below the club's valuation of the player.
If Alvarez gets a chance and performs well, he could go from being a player who was on the verge of leaving in the summer to someone who emerges as an important part of what will hopefully be a promotion story for West Ham.
The other interesting detail about West Ham's friendly
West Ham currently have some players out on international duty, which may help Alvarez get a further look-in by Nuno before club football resumes.
The Hammers boss will be keen to give his attention to those who need it more, and the friendly will be an important building block for players who haven't had needed game time so far this season.
It's said that Tomas Soucek is expected to feature in the game, which will be his first match since suffering a thigh injury at the World Cup.
The Czech Republic international has been back in training since before the Millwall clash and is eager to return at the London Stadium.