Progress in negotiations:
optimistic outlook
Atletico Madrid (soccer team)
For signing
Manchester City football club
a forward (sports)
Alvarez (name)
the prospect of feeling increasingly optimistic. The club has made significant progress in negotiations with Alvarez's entourage in recent hours.
Duration of the contract
: Atletico will sign Alvarez to a five-year contract if the deal is agreed.
Transaction amount:
Projected amount
: Atletico expect the deal to be worth around €60 million. Although this amount of money is a large expenditure on reinforcements for Atletico, the club's board of directors is willing to make such an investment in order to satisfy the demands of head coach Simeone.
Manchester City Attitude
: Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has said that any player who wants to leave the club can be considered for departure as long as the right offer is received.
Player Intentions:
Alvarez's decision
: Alvarez wants to be a starter, something Atletico can provide, while City cannot guarantee him consistent playing time.
future plans
: Alvarez plans to speak to Manchester City after the Olympics to find out the club's plans for his future.
Reinforcement needs:
Atletico's reinforcement plan
: Atletico are also in talks with Villarreal to bring in striker Solot after the departures of Morata and Depay, and plan to sign another striker to bolster their attacking line.
