Julian Alvarez might not be getting regular games at Manchester City, and when he does he is often being used to accommodate rest time for Erling Haaland.
However, Alvarez has a philosophical outlook on his place in the squad, and has revealed the benefits of competing with a player like Haaland for minutes, rather than focussing on the challenges.
Alvarez started a rare game for City at Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday, starting in the number ten role behind Haaland before leading the line himself in the second half. Despite plenty of lung-bursting runs and closing down, Alvarez's chances were limited as both sides appeared happy to take a point that sealed first and second place in their Champions League groups.
