I'm an adult — Alvarez reveals why he refused to copy Messi and other Argentina players

Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez explained why he remains different from other Argentina players. Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez recently explained why he has no tattoos on his body, explaining that eschewing tattooing has been ingrained in him since childhood. The 25-year-old Argentine striker was a member of the triumphant Albiceleste squad from the 2022 World Cup. While most players on the team, including captain Lionel Messi, have tattoos of the World Cup trophy, among other markings on their bodies, Alvarez's skin remains unblemished. What he said In a recent interview with L’Equipe, Alvarez said that he was told he was the only player in the Argentina squad without a tattoo. He acknowledged the fact and explained why he has not gone down that route. "The other day, with the national team, someone pointed out to me that I was the only player without tattoos,” he said. "I don’t do it to be different. When I was young, my dad used to tell us, ‘No tattoos, no cigarettes, no alcohol. As an adult, everyone makes their own choices, but I just don’t feel the need to do it.” Meanwhile, Alvarez has carried his form from last season into this campaign for Atletico Madrid, scoring nine goals in 14 matches across LALIGA and the Champions League. Hence, he is on the radar of Barcelona, who are keen on making him the permanent replacement for Robert Lewandowski.