Manchester City close to deal for River Plate's Argentina forward Julián Álvarez, Manchester City
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Manchester City are close to signing the Argentina forward Julián Álvarez from River Plate, although he would not move to England until June at the earliest
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Man City announce £14m Julian Alvarez after impressive spell at
Manchester City sign Alvarez from River Plate
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Second only to Erling Haaland - Julián Álvarez continues to thrive
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Manchester City agree £21million fee to sign Julian Alvarez from
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Julian Alvarez nets six in River Plate match ahead of Manchester
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Julian Alvarez scores six in a game to show Erling Haaland he will
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Man City confirm Julián Álvarez number after last River Plate game
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Manchester City close to deal for River Plate's Argentina forward
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How Man City could line up with Julian Alvarez and Erling Haaland
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Julian Alvarez to Manchester City: River Plate forward likened to