Manchester City striker Julian Álvarez could be pushing for a move out of Pep Guardiola’s squad this summer amid recent links to Paris Saint-Germain. However, if the capital club want the Argentine, they face tough competition.
During the 2023-24 season, the 24-year-old featured in 54 matches for Manchester City, scoring 19 goals and providing 13 assists. His impressive stats highlight his eagerness for a consistent place in the starting lineup.
A few days ago, journalist Ben Jacobs shared the latest on the Álvarez situation, indicating that PSG might still make a move for the Argentine. Nonetheless, Manchester City is reluctant to sell and would require an offer of over £70 million to even consider it.
While PSG is a possible destination for the two-time Copa America winner, TEAMTalk reports that Arsenal and Chelsea are gearing up to compete for the Manchester City forward this summer. Álvarez is expected to cost around £77 million as he searches for a club that will give him a more prominent role.
🚨 Arsenal and Chelsea are set to battle to sign Manchester City forward Julián Álvarez this summer.
The 24-year old is expected to cost around £77m.
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Additionally, Marcos Benito from El Chiringuito reported that Álvarez has requested to leave Manchester City. The Argentine turned down a contract extension and a better deal at the end of the season, even though his current contract runs until 2028.
