“I’ll make my decision about my future with Man City after the Olympics,” said Alvarez
Manchester City forward Julian Alvarez has stated that he will make a decision regarding his future with the club following the Paris 2024 Olympics. The young striker, who has been pivotal in recent matches, emphasized the importance of focusing on his current commitments and the upcoming international event before making any long-term decisions about his career. Alvarez’s performance in the Games will likely influence his future plans, as he weighs his options and considers his next steps with Manchester City. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see what direction the talented player chooses to take after the Olympics.
Alvarez, 24, is set to make his third start for Argentina at the Olympics when they play against Ukraine on Tuesday at 16:00 BST in Lyon. In March 2023, Alvarez extended his contract with Manchester City by one year, securing his place at the club until 2028.
When asked about his future with Manchester City before the match against Ukraine, Alvarez responded, “There is a lot of talk. I am focused here [at the Olympics] because it is a short tournament. At Manchester City, I feel very good and have played a lot of minutes. But we will see after the Games. First, if I can, I will take a few days off. Then we will decide.”
Alvarez’s comments highlight his immediate priority of performing well at the Olympics while acknowledging the ongoing speculation about his future at Manchester City. Despite signing an extension earlier in the year, the forward remains open to reassessing his situation after fulfilling his national team duties in Paris.
His focus on the short tournament reflects his commitment to Argentina’s Olympic campaign, yet he leaves the door open for a potential reevaluation of his career path post-Games. The decision to take some time off after the Olympics indicates Alvarez’s intention to carefully consider his options and future steps.
Fans and the football community will be eagerly awaiting his decision, as Alvarez’s next move could significantly impact both his career trajectory and Manchester City’s plans. For now, his concentration remains on the immediate challenge of the Olympics and helping his team succeed against their upcoming opponents.
Alvarez was a substitute when Manchester City lost the FA Cup final to Manchester United in May, and he has since been linked with a move to Atletico Madrid.
“Maybe it’s frustrating to be left out of big games; players always want to contribute on the pitch,” he said. “But overall, my season was good, so I’m very happy.”
City’s manager, Pep Guardiola, who is currently in the United States with the team for a pre-season tour, acknowledged that Alvarez is contemplating his future.
“I don’t think about replacements,” Guardiola said. “I understand he wants to play in crucial moments, but so do the other players. We have 18 or 19 players who want to be in the important games.
“I read that he needs to consider his options, so okay, let him think about it, and then he will let us know what he decides.”
Alvarez participated in the Community Shield match against Arsenal on 6 August 2023. The men’s gold medal match at the Olympics is scheduled for 9 August.