Julián Alvarez, the new reference of Atlético de Madrid
Julián Alvarez has landed with strength in Atlético de Madrid. The Argentine striker is not only the top scorer of the squad (nine goals), but also demonstrates his effort and work in each game.
Despite the fact that the load of trips and minutes has reduced his starting appearances (six substitutions in 20 appearances), each time the Spider steps on the field of play, he leaves actions that demonstrate his category as a footballer.
Against Sparta Prague, he showed an enormous catalog of actions, from conductions to technical details. His third goal in the Champions League and the ninth in all competitions. His best figure since he is in Europe are the 19 goals of last season in Manchester City.
And Julián will try to pulverize it in his arrival at Atlético. The second most expensive signing in the history of the club to whom the present responsibility does not weigh… and the one that is already glimpsed in the future when Griezmann is not there.
His 75 million (plus 20 in variables) when a replacement was sought for the farewell of the Frenchman.
But in a very different panorama, the Argentine as a contrasted player, of more age and champion of everything (World Cup, Copa América, Champions League, Premier League, Copa Libertadores…) and the Portuguese as a promise of 19 years who had shone in his first season in the elite with Benfica….And Simeone needs made and experienced players in both fields, not just focused on participating in the rival area.
With Julián, he has found a footballer who adapts like a glove to what he needs. Effort is not negotiable, it is tattooed on fire in his compatriot. And the nine goals of the Spider already equal the scoring figure of João Félix in his entire first season as a rojiblanco (in 36 games).
