Álvarez impresses at West Ham: 'Demonstrably improved since Rice's departure'

West Ham United won 2-0 against Sheffield United on Saturday, securing their sixth victory in the last eight matches. The Daily Mail sees a crucial role in summer acquisition Álvarez. 'The stress-free Saturday was once again a reminder of how smooth life is even without Rice. Álvarez admirably fills the role of the Englishman in midfield.'

'West Ham has demonstrably improved since the departure of mainstay Rice. Álvarez is truly impressing at West Ham,' the English newspaper continued. The Athletic also concluded that Álvarez plays a very important role in London. They write that this is particularly evident in the unleashed Thomas Soucek, who, thanks to the good balance in midfield, is completely back to his old self at West Ham.

Additionally, Álvarez received compliments from fellow countryman and former West Ham player Chicharito Hernández. 'I think it has been a good step to go from Ajax to England and gain experience in the Premier League,' he said to Paramount+. 'He's doing very well in that position and, as we all have been able to see, West Ham United is also performing nicely.'