Edson Álvarez, West Ham United's midfielder, has released a statement denying involvement in a kidnapping plot.

According to reports in Mexico, he had been accused of involvement in a criminal case allegedly orchestrated by his former partner's father. He subsequently denied the allegations forcefully on social media, stating the matter had "nothing to do with me." The 28-year-old midfielder condemned the claims and revealed he has instructed his legal team to take appropriate action.

He wrote: "In light of recent media coverage and commentary circulating, I feel compelled to address this matter with absolute clarity and firmness. I categorically deny any accusation or attempt to link my name to events, disputes, or actions with which I have nothing whatsoever to do.

"Over recent months, my name and image have been repeatedly used to generate greater media attention for matters entirely unrelated to me. Until now, I have chosen not to respond. However, there are limits to everything, and attributing knowledge, responsibility, or involvement in such matters to me without any evidence clearly crosses a line. If anyone believes they possess evidence of my wrongdoing, it can be submitted to the authorities, prosecutors, and courts. Serious allegations must be substantiated by evidence and submitted to the appropriate authorities, not voiced through media outlets that prioritize sensationalism and media exposure over accuracy and truth.

"I will not permit my name to be used to create conflict between third parties or for media attention. Therefore, given the gravity of these statements, I have instructed my legal team to evaluate and take appropriate legal action against those spreading false accusations about me. I also wish to respond clearly to reports attempting to link me to this matter through my former partner's father. While I have no right to confirm, deny, or comment on what others have said about third parties, there is one responsibility I must make absolutely clear: I have nothing whatsoever to do with the reported incident.

"Throughout a career spanning approximately ten years, I have always distanced myself from media scandals, striving to be known through my work on and off the field. I come from a hardworking, honest family that taught me that reputation is built on years of dedication, discipline, and integrity. For this reason, I will not allow my name to be irresponsibly used to implicate me in matters entirely unrelated to me.

"My priorities have always been, and always will be, my daughter, my family, and my career."

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