ElClasico Rivals 'Want' Man City Star Striker
ElClasico is one of the most fiercely contested derbies in the world, and it appears the two sides involved are now expected to take their rivalry to the transfer market as both are believed to be interested in the services of Argentina international Julian Alvarez.
Although both sides are perhaps in need of a top striker for the future, the situations at the clubs are contrasting. Real lost their captain Karim Benzema to Al Ittihad this past off-season and are looking for a long-term successor for the Frenchman's position. with Jude Bellingham and perhaps Aurelien Tchouameni being their only hefty investment since Eden Hazard's arrival in 2019, there are likely funds still at their disposal too.
In the case of the Blaugrana, despite his Pichichi-winning campaign last season, Robert Lewandowski's security as Barca's main striker for the long term is questionable given his age and his recent injury., the LALIGA champions will need to make massive sales in their attack if they are to sign Alvarez as they are still in a precarious financial position.
Both clubs are aware that there is a willingness on the player's side to play for one of the Spanish giants, and each will be looking to pounce before the other.City are known for their willingness to let players leave should they wish, and the same could be the case for the 2022 FIFA World Cup winner, with the same report claiming that the 23-year-old wants to see if his minutes as a starter are a new norm or if they are just a trend for the time being.