Manchester City Sign Argentina Forward Julian Alvarez
Manchester City on Monday announced the signing of Argentina forward Julian Alvarez from River Plate on a five-and-a-half-year deal for a reported fee of 14 million pounds (19 million dollars). The 22-year-old, who has won five senior international caps with Argentina, will remain with River on loan at least until July 2022. Director of football Txiki Begiristain said Premier League leaders City had signed a player with significant potential. "Julian is a player we have monitored for some time," he said.