Julián Álvarez

Argentina · Striker (Second striker, Right winger) · Gen 4 · Mbappé & Yamal · Peak 2022-2025

Relentless pressing forward who finishes in every way imaginable

Nicknames La Araña

81.8OVR#71 of 1,235 outfield players

Position-weighted average of all outfield and career attributes, as on the main table.

“Julián is the best player we have. Every time he makes a difference, he helps us tremendously.”

— Diego Simeone, Atlético Madrid coach · 2025 · source

Top 10 attributes

Stamina94
Selflessness92
Determination92
Big-Game Temperament90
Tactical Discipline90
Anticipation89
Finishing88
Off-the-Ball Movement88
Runs in Behind88
Recovery88

Real records

These ratings are set from the measured data below.

Finishing 8836 non-penalty goals from 34.38 xG (+1.6) · Domestic top-flight league (StatMuse FC league seasons) 2022-23 to 2025-26 (4 seasons)source

All 64 attributes

Speed 80.7

Top Speed82
Acceleration84
Dribbling Speed80
Top Speed with Ball78
Knock-on & Run78
Change of Pace82

Shooting 80.8

Finishing ●88
Shot Power82
Long Shots84
Volleys80
Curve78
Penalties84
Heading74
Direct Free Kicks80
Shooting Creativity84
Acrobatics74

Passing 76.0

Short Passing82
Long Passing72
Through Balls80
Crossing66
Link-up Play86
Vision80
Set-Piece Delivery66

Ball Control 81.0

Dribbling82
Possession84
First Touch86
Skills & Tricks70
Weak Foot82
Press Resistance82

Movement 86.0

Off-the-Ball Movement88
Runs in Behind88
Attacking Positioning87
Anticipation89
Recovery Runs78

Football IQ 84.5

Decision Making86
Spatial Awareness86
Game Management80
Tactical Creativity86

Defending Skill 52.3

Defensive Positioning66
Marking50
Interceptions54
Standing Tackle60
Sliding Tackle44
Offside Trap40

Physical 81.4

Strength72
Stamina94
Agility84
Balance82
Recovery88
Reactions87
Hold-up Play72
Aerial Duels70
Aggression84

Mental 87.3

Big-Game Temperament90
Leadership74
Selflessness92
Concentration86
Determination92
Tactical Discipline90

Career 80.2

Consistency86
Longevity72
Achievements85
Durability88
Loyalty70

Profile

Born: 31 January 2000
Height: 170 cm
Foot: Right
Career: 2018–now
Prime: 2022-2025

Club career

2018–2022 River Plate
2022–2024 Manchester City
2024–now Atlético Madrid

Honours

World Cup 1

2022 Argentina

European Cup / Champions League 1

2023 Manchester City

Continental title 2

2021 Copa América · 2024 Copa América

Copa Libertadores 1

2018 River Plate

League title · Argentine Primera División River Plate 1

2021

League title · Premier League Manchester City 2

2022–23, 2023–24

Club World Cup 1

2023

UEFA Super Cup 1