After seeing him play against Peru, Manchester City's plans with Julian Alvarez for 2024

Julian Álvarez was once again a starter for the Argentine National Team and once again shone in an important way. The Argentine footballer supported his team's victory, now against Peru and continues to maintain his high level at the end of 2023. The Manchester City forward assisted on Messi's second goal and it is confirmed that he is being one of the most decisive in your country's team.

In the last hours, the Argentine would have entered the radar of FC Barcelona. According to Sport, La Araña is considered by the Barcelona Board of Directors (currently led by Deco) and Xavi Hernández as the ideal replacement in case Robert Lewandowski leaves the institution in the middle of next year due to his 35 years added to the chances of that he receives an offer that is impossible to refuse from Saudi Arabian football. In turn, the Catalan newspaper assures that the great numbers of the world champion with the Argentine National Team at the beginning of this new season

Beyond his relationship with the goal, Julián is above all a facilitator. Few footballers enhanced Messi so much in the last World Cup. Because the City striker constantly draws passing lines with frenetic activity in any position of the attack. At this point in his career, Messi needs that more than ever: activity in front of the ball and in that Julián Álvarez is one of the best in the world.

What is Manchester City's plan with Julian Alvarez?

According to The Purple Panel, Manchester City has no plans to let go of Julian Alvarez unless he expresses his desire to leave; The club envisions Alvarez's potential to assume various roles in the future, with a primary focus on the position currently occupied by Kevin De Bruyne. The player is being one of the key pieces in Pep Guardiola's scheme in this new season. Furthermore, the footballer is beginning to gain confidence and it is reflected in goals, something that the club needs after the bad weeks that Erling Haaland has had. Therefore, despite the interest of FC Barcelona, Julian's departure would not be fully contemplated.