Atletico Madrid are reportedly progressing in negotiations with Manchester City for Julian Alvarez, who may be considering leaving the Premier League champions. According to Cesar Luis Merlo, Atletico Madrid has surprisingly emerged as a strong contender for Alvarez and is advancing in talks with Manchester City.
The Argentine forward is contemplating an exit due to concerns about his role at the club, and Manchester City will likely address this issue in the near future.
Julian Alvarez recently won the Copa America with Argentina, but reports of his dissatisfaction at Manchester City surfaced during the tournament. The 24-year-old star is reportedly unhappy with his playing time, particularly in the Champions League, where he desires more starts.
Alvarez wants a more prominent role and prefers playing as a center-forward. However, given that Manchester City typically plays with a single No.9, which is currently Erling Haaland, it presents a challenging situation for Alvarez. The club is expected to discuss his future with him soon.
There have been claims that Alvarez has requested Manchester City to sell him, and if this occurs, he would attract several high-profile suitors. The latest reports suggest Atletico Madrid is seriously pursuing Alvarez, with advanced talks underway with Manchester City. If accurate, Atletico Madrid might be positioning themselves to replace either Alvaro Morata or Joao Felix with Alvarez.
Morata is expected to join AC Milan, and Atletico is keen to sell Felix, which would create an opportunity for Alvarez to play a key role under Diego Simeone. Although talks are reportedly advanced, there is no mention of a transfer fee, which is expected to be substantial given Manchester City’s valuation.
As it stands, Manchester City holds the power to retain Alvarez regardless of his feelings. The club, under Pep Guardiola, has a policy of not keeping unhappy players, though Alvarez’s case is somewhat unique.
He has four years remaining on his contract, and his potential transfer fee could deter many clubs. However, Chelsea is reportedly preparing an offer to test Manchester City’s resolve, though a move seems unlikely. Nonetheless, the transfer market is unpredictable, and Manchester City might not oppose a significant offer for an unhappy player.
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