Atletico Madrid has confirmed the recruitment of Julián Álvarez (24, Manchester City), Argentina’s sole report said.
“The details of Julian Alvarez’s transfer to Atletico Madrid have been confirmed,” Argentine media Ole reported on the 6th. “It will be 80 million euros (about 120.1 billion won) including detailed options. It will be a record-breaking sale in Manchester City club history.”
Earlier, Fabrizio Romano, an expert in the transfer market, also said on his SNS, “Atletico sent an improved offer to Manchester City to recruit Álvarez. The total amount is more than 75 million euros (about 112.5 billion won),” Argentine media reported exclusively.
According to the media, Atletico Madrid raised the transfer fee to Manchester City as it prepared more ammunition. Chelsea decided to buy Atletico Madrid striker Samuel O’Morodion (20) for 45 million euros, which led them to invest more money in recruiting Álvarez.
Alvarez, who has dreamed of becoming the perfect main striker out of the shadow of Elling Holan, is expected to make a fresh start in Spain.
After debuting professionally in Argentina’s prestigious River Plate, Alvarez immediately attracted attention from Manchester City, and transferred to Manchester City in January 2022. Rather than playing for Manchester City, Alvarez left on loan at Ripper Plate and officially joined Manchester City in the 2022-23 season. Alvarez played 31 Premier League matches in his first season. However, he played as a starter 13 times. It was because of Holan’s presence. Despite this, he had a good adjustment period by scoring nine goals. 먹튀검증
Last season, he gained more opportunities and displayed outstanding performance. Alvarez played in 36 matches in the league and played 31 matches as a starter. He scored 11 goals and nine assists, ranking third in his team and tied for second in assists. Under Pep Guardiola’s leadership, Alvarez Jr. not only played as a front-line striker but also as a right winger and a second-line midfielder.
As a result, Manchester City activated the option to extend the contract in March last year, extending the contract period until the summer of 2028.
However, Alvarez, who had a great desire to be a perfect main player, and Atletico Madrid’s desire to recruit a clear striker, sparked rumors of a transfer.
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) also aimed for Álvarez, but Atletico’s movement and will were more certain.
“There are still some details left, but the negotiations have progressed to the point that neither side thinks the transfer is likely to be canceled,” Ole said, adding that “Alvarez will become a new player for Atletico Madrid in a few days.”
