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PSG in talks to sign Man City star as Kylian Mbappe replacement - but Pep Guardiola warns forward will not be sold!

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Initially, PSG prioritized a move for Napoli’s prolific striker <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/revealed-why-victor-osimhen-willing-to-reject-psg-transfer-in-favour-of-arsenal-or-chelsea/bltae3da3e226288c1a" target="_blank">Victor Osimhen to replace</a> the French forward. However, negotiations have stalled, prompting PSG to explore other options. And among the potential targets, City’s Julian Alvarez has emerged as a top contender, according to <a href="https://www.caughtoffside.com/2024/06/28/man-city-stance-selling-alvarez-clear-as-move-approved/" target="_blank">Caught Offside.</a>

WHAT HAPPENED?

Despite PSG's interest, Pep Guardiola is adamant about keeping Alvarez. The forward has been an integral part of City’s squad, contributing <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/%D8%AE%D8%A7%D8%B5--%D8%AE%D9%88%D9%84%D9%8A%D8%A7%D9%86-%D8%A7%D9%94%D9%84%D9%81%D8%A7%D8%B1%D9%8A%D8%B2-%D8%B9%D9%86-%D8%B9%D8%A7%D9%85%D9%87-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D8%AB%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%8A-%D9%84%D8%A7-%D9%86%D8%B4%D8%B9%D8%B1-%D8%A8%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B1%D8%B6%D8%A7-%D8%B9%D9%86-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AB%D9%84%D8%A7%D8%AB%D9%8A%D8%A9-%D9%88%D9%87%D8%B0%D8%A7-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A7%D9%94%D8%B3%D8%B7%D9%88%D8%B1%D8%A9-%D9%87%D9%88-%D9%85%D8%AB%D9%84%D9%8A-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A7%D9%94%D8%B9%D9%84%D9%8A/blt186aa7f614170c67" target="_blank">significantly to their success in domestic and European competitions</a>. The report mentions that City have informed Alvarez’s agents that they have no intention of selling him during the current transfer window and will reject any future offers.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Although Alvarez is content at City, Erling Haaland is the preferred choice upfront, which often relegates him to the bench. Hence, the prospect of more playing time and a lucrative contract could tempt him to consider a move. PSG are expected to make a compelling offer, emphasizing the potential for Alvarez to become a central figure in their attack - which could make the Argentine consider the proposition of making a move to Paris.

DID YOU KNOW?

PSG's interest underscores their ambition to quickly find a replacement for Mbappe, while Guardiola’s determination to keep Alvarez reflects City’s reliance on the talented forward. As the tug of war-continues in Europe, Alvarez remains focused on his commitments with Argentina at the Copa America in the United States and will be in action against Peru on Saturday evening.

WHAT NEXT FOR ALVAREZ?

PSG in talks to sign Man City star as Kylian Mbappe replacement - but Pep Guardiola warns forward will not be sold! | Goal.com

Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly in talks to sign Manchester City forward as Kylian Mbappe&apos;s replacement but Pep Guardiola has vetoed the move.