Talented Argentine striker Julián Álvarez has been rocking the boat since his arrival at Atlético de Madrid. After his time at Manchester City, many wondered what led him to change teams and join the Colchoneros. Recently, Rodrigo De Paul, Álvarez's teammate at both Atleti and the Argentinian national team, revealed some details that shed light on his decision.
The Spider is Already Biting in the Metropolitan
In La Liga, matchday 5, Alvarez activated his “Spider mode” by scoring a crucial goal in Atlético’s victory over Valencia. His performance was a clear sign that he is ready to leave his mark at the club. After the match, Álvarez was happy to have contributed to the team’s success. “It’s a very nice feeling,” he said in an interview, highlighting his desire to score goals and help the team in every way.
However, to get to this point, Álvarez had to face a difficult decision: leaving Manchester City, where he enjoyed a successful environment but lacked prominence. City manager Pep Guardiola had made it clear that the lack of minutes on the field could be an obstacle to the young striker's development. "I don't like to leave players without playing for a long time," Guardiola said, hinting at his concern for Alvarez's situation.
The Argentine Clan is the key
The insistence of his national teammates Rodrigo De Paul and Nahuel Molina played a crucial role in his decision to join Atlético Madrid. According to De Paul, Álvarez’s personality and desire to excel were determining factors. “He is a 23-year-old who has won everything and is not satisfied,” analyzed De Paul. This mentality of always wanting more has led Álvarez to seek new challenges in his career, even if it means leaving a club where he already had a secure place.
The fact that Julian Alvarez has decided to leave the comfort of Manchester City for Atletico speaks about his ambition. He wants to play, score goals and win trophies. De Paul also stressed that this change is not easy, as expectations at Atletico are high. However, Alvarez's determination to seek more has led him to take this important step.
The environment in the Atlético dressing room has also been fundamental for his adaptation. Since his arrival, Álvarez has received a warm welcome from his teammates, which has made his integration into the team easier. De Paul promised to help him achieve the objectives he set himself when he arrived: "I'm going to try to help him achieve what he came looking for, which is titles."