Claudio Echeverri Joins Manchester City, Expected to Debut Soon

Claudio Echeverri has officially joined Manchester City after signing a £12.5 million deal from River Plate, where he spent the last year on loan. The 19-year-old attacking midfielder, recently instrumental in Argentina's Under-20 South American Championship campaign, has arrived in Manchester and is set to start training with his new teammates. Pep Guardiola is optimistic about Echeverri's quick adaptation to the team, with potential opportunities for him to feature in upcoming matches, including a possible debut in the FA Cup against Plymouth. Guardiola has indicated that the Club World Cup in June could also be a pivotal moment for Echeverri to secure his place in the first team. Although there are discussions about a potential loan for next season, the immediate focus will be on assessing his performance during training and matches. Echeverri's promising talent has drawn comparisons to Lionel Messi, raising expectations for his impact at City.