“I had to experience it.” Julian Alvarez - on why he swapped Manchester City for Atletico

Julián Álvarez surprised the football world this summer by leaving Manchester City for Atlético Madrid. However, for him, the choice was clear, as the player himself explained.

Details: In a recent interview with ESPN Argentina, Álvarez shared the reasons behind his move to the "Metropolitano" this summer.

Quote: "It was a decision I had to make gradually, thinking it over myself and then consulting with those closest to me. The guys told me I should come, that I would feel comfortable here, and that they would make me feel at home. The club is amazing, and I needed to experience it firsthand to understand what Atlético Madrid is all about. Antoine Griezmann also told me that the fans are incredible and that I would fall in love with them.

Diego Simeone pushes you, he tries to help you grow and find your best version. It's great, it's what you want—to grow and learn a lot. And I’m always open to that."

Reminder: As previously reported, Atlético Madrid paid €75 million for Álvarez, with an additional €20 million in potential bonuses for Manchester City.