Manchester City legend Sergio Aguero has hailed the first months of Julian Alvarez at the club.

Aguero believes Alvarez can become a key player for club and country in the years ahead - and says he expected nothing less.

“Julian has a polished character, he's calm and collected, and always eager to learn and I think his first steps at City have shown this," said Aguero.

“Arriving from Argentina and kickstarting your career in the Premier League - especially in a team filled with amazing players like City - is easier said than done.

“However, he's had a superb adaptation. He has been able to find the net, yes, but most importantly, he's been able to suit Pep's vision perfectly – applying constant pressure, sprinting non-stop, finding gaps and partnering up.

“It's been his first few months, but he's proven he's a talented and reliable player, up to the quality that a major club like City demand."

He is happy some people see similarities to his early days at City and the start Alvarez has made - as well as some of the clinical finishing the former River Plate start has demonstrated.

“Keep the goals coming, I say then!" he said.

“That just might be the case (the similar style). Julian has a knack for finishing a play when facing a keeper.

“He knows when and how to signal a pass from a team-mate, maintain a good spatial sense, and shoot precisely.

“He's got a way to go, as this is his first season in Europe, but under Pep's guidance, in a team like City, he has all he needs to grow. His ability to learn is the final piece of the puzzle."