Man City legend Sergio Aguero makes Julian Alvarez prediction
Manchester City legend Sergio Aguero believes that Julian Alvarez still needs time to settle in European football but that he is showing all the signs of being successful at the Etihad Stadium.
The 2022/23 campaign has been Alvarez's first in Europe having officially moved to Manchester in the summer from River Plate. While Erling Haaland's exploits have earned a lot of plaudits, the 23-year-old has impressed when given the opportunity.
So far, Alvarez has managed 12 goals in 34 appearances for the Blues including a brace last Saturday as City beat Burnley 6-0 in the FA Cup quarter-finals. His hard work since arriving at the club was rewarded earlier this month when the forward was handed a bumper new deal with the Blues.
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Discussing his fellow countryman's time at the Etihad so far, Aguero told City's official website about how pleased he has been with the forward. He explained: "I think he’s developing very well. He arrived in the team only very recently, and it’s his first experience in Europe.
"It’s only been a short time, but he’s proven he can play at the highest level – in the Premier League, the Champions League, and the World Cup as well. I’d highlight his humility, his will to learn, and how he implements those learnings in his life for the things he has done really well since arriving.
"It’s not easy to arrive from South America and adapt quickly to the demands of a team as monumental as City. He’s made good progress so far because he found a way to integrate to the club’s well-structured playing style.
"Julian never lets up - he’s running, pressuring, jumping into action wherever the team needs him to be. And he’s ruthless in front of the opposition’s