Julian Alvarez has successfully stepped in for Kevin De Bruyne and Erling Haaland at Manchester City, showcasing his adaptability. His performance has been crucial for the team during their injury struggles in 2023, helping them to compete for major titles.

While replacing De Bruyne, Alvarez supported Haaland effectively, adapting his play to fill the gap. As a second striker, he contributed significantly with seven goals and seven assists in 19 games.

When Haaland was injured, Alvarez took on the striker role, scoring six goals and three assists in nine games. His versatility was highlighted in the Huddersfield game, where he adapted his style to suit the team’s needs.

Alvarez’s overall contribution is impressive, averaging a goal or assist every 90 minutes. In the Premier League, his statistics closely mirror Haaland’s, despite playing in a different role.

Alvarez’s ability to adapt to various roles, similar to previous players like Bernardo Silva or Lewis, has been invaluable for Manchester City. He has effectively lessened the impact of injuries to key players like De Bruyne and Haaland.