World champion in 2022 with Argentina, Julian Alvarez seemed launched towards the summits. Replacing Lautaro Martinez at the start of the competition, the former River Plate player took advantage of his teammate’s disappointing performances to find a place alongside Lionel Messi in order to guide the Albiceleste to the title. A dream competition for the Manchester City player who then returned to the club with a different status. If this was insufficient to dislodge Erling Haaland from his place as scorer, it nevertheless posed headaches for Pep Guardiola. The latter tried to integrate him more into his team and changed his animation.
At the start of the season, Kevin De Bruyne’s injury reshuffled the cards for him. The 24-year-old has had a more important role this season and has 19 goals and 13 goals in 54 appearances. A nice result, but above all it reflects a great first part of the season. Author of 4 goals and 4 sacrifices in 26 matches since the beginning of February, he saw his playing time reduced and ended the season as a substitute following the return of Kevin De Bruyne in particular. While he seemed to have found his cruising speed with the Skybluesthe native of Calchín seems to have returned to square one.
Julian Alvarez puts pressure on Manchester City
Although Pep Guardiola regularly supports him and counts on him for the future, this situation could push the player to be open to a move. This is good, the player under contract until June 2028 is in the sights of Atlético de Madrid for next season. In Argentina, this destination is not considered the one he will take, but a departure from Julian Alvarez is considered highly possible. “It is very likely that Julián Álvarez leaves Manchester City, but it is not for Atlético Madrid. “It’s a bigger club than Atlético Madrid in Europe.”said Hernan Castillo journalist for Continental AM590 Radio.
Mentioned at FC Barcelona and Real Madrid during the season, Julian Alvarez could be tempted by the possibility of having a much more major role within another prestigious team. Moreover, he has only started two of Manchester City’s ten Champions League matches this season. A role as an adjustment variable that he does not necessarily appreciate. Besides, Julian Alvarez has already won a showdown with Manchester City. Indeed, he obtained permission to participate in the Copa América and the Olympic Games with Argentina despite the reluctance of the English club, highlighting his lack of playing time. The English team knows that blocking him could further favor its initial desires. Manchester City is walking on eggshells with Julian Alvarez.
