According to reports, Julian Alvarez has requested to leave Manchester City this summer.
After winning the Copa America with Argentina, Alvarez is now heading to the Olympics.
The striker is expected to take a break starting in early August and might not be available to play for the Premier League champions until September.
Despite scoring 19 goals in all competitions for City last season, a personal best for him in Manchester, he remains uncertain about his starting position.
The Athletic reports that Alvarez desires a new challenge and that he and his family wish to move to a warmer climate.
Atletico Madrid is reluctant to meet City’s asking price of around £65 million for the 24-year-old.
It would be easier for Atletico if they could sell Joao Felix in the next few weeks, but they would still aim to negotiate a lower price.
In other news, Nico Williams is considered a crucial signing for FC Barcelona this summer to reach the next level.
He is fast, skilled at dribbling, charismatic, young, and fits the profile Barça needs for the left side. There is optimism, but the signing hasn’t been finalized yet. However, some Barcelona fans are confident and expect it to happen.
Nico has gained significant attention on social media, making it seem like he has played more than just one Barça game. His supporters have faith that the club will succeed in signing him.
While Paris Saint-Germain is trying to lure him with a much higher salary, Barcelona’s prestige and “greatness” make them the favored destination.
They hope that soon, the younger Williams brother will don the Barcelona jersey without any issues.
