Pep Guardiola hopes that Julian Alvarez finds "happiness" at Atletico Madrid and has thanked the Argentine for his professionalism despite not always getting his wish of regular first-team football during his time at Manchester City.
Julian Alvarez is reportedly set to join Atletico Madrid from Manchester City in a deal exceeding £81 million.
Pep Guardiola emphasized Julian Alvarez's importance to Manchester City, downplaying transfer rumors linking him to Atletico Madrid.
Manchester City striker Julian Alvarez is reportedly in talks over a potential move to Spanish outfit Atletico Madrid.
Manchester City closed the gap on Premier League leaders Arsenal to a single point after Phil Foden's first-half double inspired a 4-0 victory over Brighton.
Julian Alvarez netted twice while Erling Haaland made a comeback as Manchester City secured a comfortable 3-1 victory against relegation-threatened Burnley.