EPL: He’s almost undroppable – Guardiola hails Man City forward after win over West Ham

<p>Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has singled out forward Julian Alvarez for praise after his team’s 3-1 Premier League win over West Ham United on Saturday.</p>, <p>Guardiola said that the Argentina international is ‘almost undroppable’ after Manchester City came from behind to beat West Ham at the London Stadium.</p>, <p>The Spaniard praised Alvarez for stepping up in Kevin de Bruyne’s absence.</p>, <p>James Ward-Prowse put West Ham in front in the first half before Jeremy Doku equalised with his first goal for Man City since his £55.5 million move to Etihad from Rennes in the summer transfer window.</p>, <p>Alvarez then provided a sublime pass for Bernardo Silva, who handed Guardiola’s side the lead before Erling Haaland scored to secure all three points for the Premier League champions against David Moyes’ side.</p>, <p>Speaking after the game, Guardiola said at his post-match press conference: “We had doubts because he Alvarez came from Bolivia with jet lag. He was so tired the day before yesterday.</p>, <p>“He felt better, and we spoke with him last night, and he said he felt good. He is learning a lot about how to move in the pockets. He is a threat with goals and assists, the work ethic. We are delighted that the club brought him last year.</p>, <p>“Ilkay Gundo left, and unfortunately, with the injury to Kevin De Bruyne, he has his chance and he is using it. Now he is almost undroppable.”</p>