“I never said anything wrong all I needed at Manchester City was more playing time” – Julian Alvarez responds to Pep Guardiola’s latest comments on his Manchester City future

Manchester City striker Julian Alvarez has recently responded to comments made by his coach, Pep Guardiola, amid growing uncertainty about his future with the club. The situation has attracted attention, especially as Atletico Madrid shows increasing interest in the talented forward.

During a press conference, Guardiola was asked about Alvarez’s earlier remarks concerning his future at Manchester City. Alvarez, 24, had expressed frustration over his limited playing time in crucial matches last season, despite his strong goal-scoring record. He felt that his contributions should have earned him a place in more significant games, and he’s been reflecting on his future with the club.

Alvarez revealed that he plans to carefully consider his future after the Paris Olympic Games this summer. In response, Guardiola addressed these comments during his own press conference on Monday night. Guardiola acknowledged Alvarez’s desire to play in key moments but pointed out that he has a squad of 18 to 19 players who all want to be involved in the big games. Guardiola noted that Alvarez needs time to think about his situation and said he would give him the space to do so, expecting Alvarez to communicate his decision afterward.

After Argentina’s 2-0 win over Ukraine at the Olympic Games on Tuesday, Alvarez was asked by TV Publica if he had heard Guardiola’s latest remarks. Alvarez confirmed that he was aware of Guardiola’s comments but had little to add. He reiterated that he had never made any incorrect statements and emphasized that he is very happy and comfortable at Manchester City. He explained that his earlier comments were simply an honest reflection on the past season and a consideration of what the future might hold, something that players do every year.

At this point, it’s unclear if Atletico Madrid will intensify their pursuit of Alvarez. Manchester City reportedly values Alvarez at around €70 million, with an additional €20 million in potential add-ons. Negotiations could become more complicated if Manchester City insists on including clauses like a buy-back option or a sell-on percentage, which the club has included in previous transfers. These conditions could potentially make any deal with Atletico Madrid more challenging.

As things stand, Julian Alvarez’s future remains uncertain, and the next few weeks will likely determine whether he stays at Manchester City or seeks new opportunities elsewhere.