Pep Guardiola Fires Back at Alvarez’s ‘Big Game’ Plea
Manchester City boss, Pep Guardiola, has issued a blunt response to Julian Alvarez’s recent comments about wanting to play more “big games.” The Argentine striker, who enjoyed a stellar season but found himself on the bench during crucial moments, has hinted at a potential move away from the Etihad.
Despite being one of City’s most utilized players last season, Alvarez has expressed his desire for more game time in high-stakes matches. This comes as no surprise given the intense competition for places in Guardiola’s star-studded squad.
However, the City manager was quick to dismiss Alvarez’s concerns, stating that every player in the squad aspires to feature in the biggest games. Guardiola emphasized that Alvarez should carefully consider his future and inform the club of his decision.
“He said he’d think about it. When he finished thinking about it, his agent is going to call Txiki and we see what happens,” Guardiola remarked, displaying a clear sense of impatience.
Meanwhile, the Catalan tactician provided an update on Kevin De Bruyne’s future, confirming that the Belgian playmaker is likely to stay at the club despite interest from Saudi Arabia. Guardiola praised De Bruyne’s immense contribution to City and reiterated that the decision ultimately lies with the player himself.
With the transfer window still open, the coming weeks promise to be eventful for Manchester City as they navigate the complexities of squad management and potential departures.
