Manchester United are a club always on the look out for the next big star and it looks like they have their eyes set on an Argentine forward, who has been linked with several top European clubs including Barcelona, Bayern Munich, AC Milan, Inter Milan, Atletico Madrid, Juventus and several others after his recent performances for River Plate. And thus, it is safe to say the transfer race is going to be very tough.
That player is none other than Julian Alvarez. The 21-year-old Argentine forward has been an absolute standout. According to stats from Transfermarkt, he scored 18 goals and provided 7 assists in 21 league appearances for River Plate in the 2021 season.
That is sensational to say the least and it is not hard to understand why there is so much interest in the young forward, who can also play as a winger. He has also made multiple appearances for the Argentina national team.
As reported by Ole (via Daily Mail), Manchester United have approached River Plate regarding Alvarez.
Alvarez could be a brilliant signing for Manchester United
It is safe to say that Alvarez is one of the most highly rated South American youngsters right now and there is no need to go into the history of how successful players from Argentina have been in Europe in recent times.
Lionel Messi has an incredible seven Ballon d’Ors to his name while if you are speaking strictly of the Premier League, Sergio Aguero is easily one of the best strikers in the history of the competition.
Thus, if Manchester United have the chance to sign Alvarez, they should definitely try to make it happen. His potential is incredible. But with the number and kind of clubs being linked with the Argentine star at the moment, it is safe to say that he will have no lack of options if he does end up leaving River Plate anytime in the near future.