BREAKING NEWS: Julian Alvarez, a 23-year-old player expected to surpass Erling Haaland, has officially signed a four-year contract valued at £100 million with a Spanish club.

Reports suggest that Julian Alvarez has expressed a desire to leave Manchester City this summer. Alvarez, who was part of Argentina’s Copa America-winning team, is currently away at the Olympics. Due to his participation in the tournament, he is not expected to rejoin the Premier League champions until September, as his summer break is likely to start in early August.

Despite having a successful season with City, where he set a personal best by scoring 19 goals across all competitions, Alvarez remains uncertain about his role as a starter in the team.

According to sources from The Athletic, Alvarez and his family are considering a move in search of a new challenge and a warmer climate.

At 24 years old, Alvarez’s market value has now reportedly surpassed Atletico Madrid’s budget, with City expected to demand around £65 million for the striker. While Atletico would prefer to negotiate a lower fee, their financial position could improve if they manage to sell Joao Felix in the coming weeks.

In a different development, FC Barcelona is eyeing the acquisition of Nico Williams, seeing him as a key figure to elevate their squad to the next level. Nico possesses all the attributes that Barcelona desires in a left-sided player: goal-scoring ability, speed, dribbling skills, charisma, and youth.

Although the deal is not yet finalized, there is growing optimism within Barcelona’s ranks, with some fans already considering the transfer a done deal after seeing him linked to the club.

Social media is already buzzing with images and discussions about Nico potentially joining Barcelona, and the excitement among supporters is palpable. They have high hopes that Nico will integrate well into the team and contribute significantly to their success.

However, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has entered the fray, offering Nico double the salary that Barcelona can provide. Despite this, Barcelona’s prestige and history are seen as unmatched, and it is expected that the younger Williams brother will soon don the Barcelona jersey, solidifying his move without the need for further negotiations.