Julian Alvarez, PSG's new offensive spark?

After Kylian Mbappe's departure, PSG is looking to bolster its offensive lineup. Whether on the wings or in the center, the club is set to bring in fresh talent.

Following his first season at PSG, Luis Enrique faces the loss of Kylian Mbappe. The Spanish coach is eager to inject new blood into the offensive line. This summer, names like Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Jadon Sancho, and Nico Williams have all been linked with the capital club. In the center, Victor Osimhen has been a primary target.

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Julian Alvarez, PSG's new offensive spark?

The performances of Randal Kolo Muani and Gonçalo Ramos have seemingly not met PSG's expectations, prompting the club to explore other options for central strikers. Among these options, the Julian Alvarez deal had seen little progress until early August.

However, new developments have surfaced in Argentina. According to ESPN journalist Jorge Baravalle on Albiceleste Talk, PSG's interest in Julian Alvarez is growing. The club is expected to initiate discussions with Manchester City early next week.

In northern England, tensions are rising between Julian Alvarez and his coach, Pep Guardiola. The striker recently expressed dissatisfaction with his limited playing time, to which Guardiola responded by encouraging him to contemplate his future and communicate his decision to the club afterward.

Alvarez replied, "I heard what Pep said. I didn't say anything wrong or extraordinary. I've always stated that I'm comfortable at Manchester City, but reflecting on the season is a logical step." This situation presents an opportunity for PSG to make Alvarez their starting striker. At 24, with a contract ending in 2028, Alvarez could find a more significant role in an ambitious project and secure much more playing time than at Manchester City.