Atletico Madrid have announced a huge marquee signing this summer, with the arrival of Julian Alvarez from Manchester City. The 24-year-old has signed a six-year deal with Los Colchoneros.
The World Cup-winner becomes Atletico Madrid’s second-most expensive signing ever after Joao Felix (€127m) – Football España has been informed that the deal will cost Atletico Madrid €70m plus €25m in variables.
#AtleticoMadrid have announced the signing of #ManCity striker Julian Alvarez.pic.twitter.com/n1SPedrCUf
— Football España (@footballespana_) August 12, 2024
Alvarez become the sixth Argentine player to join the Atletico squad, in addition to manager Diego Simeone too. He is set to become a franchise player for Los Rojiblancos, with Antoine Griezmann ageing into his mid-thirties.
🇦🇷🥹 Julián Álvarez says goodbye to Manchester City: “Today I say goodbye to this wonderful club with many emotions. These were two very special years. During this time, I grew and learned a lot as a player and as a person.
To the board and the coaching staff, thank you for the… pic.twitter.com/7l8lrf4l3b
— Atletico Universe (@atletiuniverse) August 12, 2024
While at Manchester City, he scored 36 goals and gave 18 assists in 103 appearances under Pep Guardiola, and collected five trophies, including a Champions League and two Premier League titles. Alvarez decided to leave after being left out of too many big games in his view though, and faced a charm offensive from Diego Simeone over recent months, as well as his compatriots at the club.
Lo sentimos. Los diseñadores están de vacaciones 😬 pic.twitter.com/8b1W9vwy3x
— Atlético de Madrid (@Atleti) August 12, 2024
