Álvarez: An Ambitious Colchonero
Julián Álvarez, the Argentine striker who excites Atlético de Madrid fans, is enjoying a sweet moment both personally and football-wise. After the recent victory in Montjuic, the 25-year-old player is happy, although he aspires to continue growing and win titles with the Rojiblancos.
Álvarez confesses that, although he appreciated Giuliano Simeone’s insistence on joining Atleti, he was looking for a new challenge in his career, feeling that in Madrid he would find the ideal space to develop his best version.
Grateful for his time at Manchester City under Pep Guardiola’s management, the striker longed for greater prominence in crucial matches. In his 39 matches as a Colchonero, Álvarez has demonstrated his worth with 20 goals and 5 assists, also standing out for his defensive commitment.
His audacious ‘Panenka’ penalty at the Bernabéu, executed with mastery, left everyone speechless. The Argentine reveals that he had planned it days before, practicing it in training. The goal celebration, similar to Messi’s, was actually a tribute to his grandfather, following his mother’s wish.
With his sights set on the future, Álvarez also dreams of the 2026 World Cup, a key goal in any footballer’s career. Joking, he comments on Dibu Martínez, who threatened to ‘run him’ if he tried to chip a penalty, hinting at the great connection he maintains with his national teammates.
