Julian Alvarez is an extra weapon for Manchester City – Pep Guardiola

Julian Alvarez’s promising start at Manchester City has been overshadowed by Erling Haaland (Nick Potts/PA)

Pep Guardiola believes the brilliance of Erling Haaland is allowing another attacking “weapon” in Julian Alvarez to settle quietly and effectively at Manchester City.

Haaland has commanded the spotlight at the Etihad Stadium since his summer move from Borussia Dortmund, scoring a remarkable 19 goals in just 12 appearances.