The buzz around Julian Alvarez’s signing has only grown over time, especially due to the youngster arguably unlocking the best possible version of himself in 2022.
With 17 goals and six assists in 23 appearances for River Plate in the ongoing calendar year, the Argentine has simply been unplayable at times.
Stand-out performances such as the 22-year old’s six-goal haul against Alianza Lima, as well as chipping in with a brace of strikes and assists against Union, have showcased a glimpse of what could be in store from him in sky blue next season.
The gifted striker was honoured with the Best Player in South America award recently, which is a testament to the sublime run of form he has found himself in.
As a result, a latest revelation about Julian Alvarez heading to Manchester on 8th July made it impossible for the City supporters to contain their excitement.
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The Premier League champions’ pre-season tour in the United States kicks off on 21st July in a friendly against Mexican side Club America.
The Argentine international will join Manchester City as he can find his feet in Pep Guardiola’s plans for the upcoming campaign from the very start of proceedings.
Ahead of bidding farewell to River Plate to finally link up with the Sky Blues, an insight into the club icon’s feelings were revealed.
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As per the latest information provided by Germán Balcarce, Julian Alvarez said goodbye to his teammates ‘in tears’, preparing to travel to Manchester City on Friday at noon.
It is key to remember that the prodigious forward joined River as a teenager, which is why he holds the club extremely close to his heart.
Emerging as a fan favourite during his time at the Monumental Stadium, the starlet scored 54 goals and won six titles in 122 competitive games for the side.
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However, it is evident that Alvarez was looking to take a major foot forward in his career by joining Manchester City.
With City planning not to send the player on loan next term, it is clear that he is set to play a major part in their plans for the 2022/23 season.
To the extent that it was revealed that the English giants are prepared to sanction Raheem Sterling’s sale to Chelsea, as they believe in the contribution the versatile frontman can make next term.
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As witnessed by Gabriel Jesus’ development from a highly-rated prospect to an established forward at the highest level, the same could be expected from Julian Alvarez who joins the club with an arguably higher ceiling.
Topics: Julian Alvarez, Manchester City, Manchester City Transfer News & Rumours, Premier League, Football, Transfers, River Plate
Srinivas Sadhanand