Mexico captain Edson Alvarez denies involvement in kidnapping

Mexico national soccer team captain Edson Alvarez has publicly denied allegations linking him to a kidnapping. The accusations against Alvarez stem from claims published in an entertainment magazine by businessman and television producer Juan Ordonez, who alleged he was abducted in November two years ago. According to the reports, the claims also involve Alvarez's former father-in-law allegedly orchestrating the abduction.

The public denial by a high-profile sports figure brings unwanted media attention to the Mexican national team captain. The allegations first surfaced through print accusations in an entertainment publication, drawing international news coverage regarding the serious criminal claims made by the producer.