It will be interesting to see the approach Manchester City take during the transfer window after making every sale they intend to this summer.
Apart from Sergio Gomez and Liam Delap, City seemingly have more potential sales in store.
For instance, it has been reported that Middlesbrough have agreed a £3.5 million fee to sign Micah Hamilton.
Similarly, Alex Robertson looks set to join Cardiff City in a deal which could be worth more than £1 million.
Whether Pep Guardiola’s side have intended to bolster their squad or continue to have a quiet summer window is a question that remains unanswered.
For now, it seems like their sales will continue as Fabrizio Romano revealed that Atletico Madrid intend to complete a deal for Julian Alvarez on Tuesday.
The Spanish giants have already signed Robin le Normand and Alexander Sorloth so far.
The Copa America winner could be the first major sale City make in the window, as exit-linked stars like Ederson Moraes and Kevin De Bruyne remain put at the Etihad Stadium.
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David Ornstein reveals Julian Alvarez to Atletico Madrid transfer update
Alvarez, described as “amazing” by Pep Guardiola while speaking to TNT Sports has enjoyed a fruitful spell as a Manchester City player so far.
The 24-year-old has won every single available trophy in club football barring the Carabao Cup while making a name for himself as one of the finest forwards in the Premier League.
Journalist David Ornstein stated that an agreement between Atletico Madrid and Manchester City regarding Alvarez’s exit was close but he has provided an update around the potential transfer.
The reputed journalist has reported that the Argentine has agreed a €95 million (£82 million) fee including add-ons to join Diego Simeone’s side.
According to David Ornstein’s report for The Athletic, a move will be confirmed after Atletico Madrid and Alvarez strike an agreement on his personal terms.
Alvarez should be worried about one thing if Man City exit is finalised
While Alvarez would be delighted when his move to Atletico Madrid is confirmed, he should be worried about the track record of players leaving Manchester City in recent years.
It seems as if apart from Cole Palmer, the grass has not been greener for players who have left the club.
Ilkay Gundogan, for instance, failed to win a trophy during his debut campaign as a Barcelona player off the back of captaining the Sky Blues to winning the treble.
Leroy Sane, on the other hand, has won three out of four Bundesliga titles.
However, individually, one could argue that the German international is yet to play at a similar level to his electric displays in the 2017/2018 season at Manchester City where he won the PFA Young Player of the Season award.
Similarly, Ferran Torres, who was City’s starting striker before his fractured foot in the 2021/2022 season has largely been a rotational option at Barcelona.
Only time will tell whether Alvarez undergoes similar fates or thrives, both individually and as a part of the collective if he signs for Atletico Madrid.
