Guardiola Admits City’s Risk After Alvarez Departure

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has admitted that the club may have taken a risk by not signing a new striker after selling Julian Alvarez to Atlético Madrid. However, he remains confident in his team’s attacking options. Despite a quiet summer transfer window, Guardiola believes the squad has enough firepower. While admitting that the absence of a dedicated striker could pose a problem if there are injuries, Guardiola highlighted that several players can fill the role, including Phil Foden, James McAtee, and even Ilkay Gündogan and Bernardo Silva. He acknowledged that the decision to not replace Alvarez might have been a mistake, but emphasized his preference for a smaller group to work with. He also noted that the departure of players without consistent playing time is not ideal for team performance.