Breaking: Manchester City Secure Major Signing
Breaking: Manchester City Secure Major Signing
He has signed a contract with Manchester City valid until July 2028 and will wear the number 30 at the Etihad.
A Long-Term Deal Until 2028
The 19-year-old has completed his long-awaited move to the Premier League club
In an official announcement, Manchester City has confirmed the signing of Argentine attacking midfielder Claudio Echeverri.
Manchester City Completes the Signing of Claudio Echeverri
The 19-year-old has completed his long-awaited move to the Premier League club after spending an additional year on loan at River Plate, the club where he rose to prominence.
The move was initially confirmed in January 2024, but Echeverri remained in Argentina until recently.
Excitement over the new arrival
Ready to make a name in Manchester 💫🩵 pic.twitter.com/XuSQTuExwx
— Manchester City (@ManCity) February 27, 2025
The highly-rated youngster has now put pen to paper on a five-year contract, securing his future at the Etihad Stadium until July 2028.
He will wear the number 30 shirt for Manchester City, a symbolic step as he embarks on what is expected to be a promising career in England.
“Claudio Echeverri has officially joined Pep Guardiola’s squad. The attacking midfielder first signed for City in January 2024 but remained at River Plate on loan until last month.
With a contract at City until the summer of 2028, he will join our squad for the remainder of the 2024/25 season and beyond. Welcome, Claudio!”
Echeverri's Market Value
According to Transfermarkt, Claudio Echeverri is currently valued at €18 million. His signing is a statement of intent from Manchester City as they look to strengthen their squad with one of South America’s brightest talents.
Echeverri’s Personal Statement
Upon joining Manchester City, Echeverri shared his excitement and the dream-come-true feeling of joining such a prestigious club.
The 19-year-old midfielder expressed his gratitude and enthusiasm for the challenge ahead:
“Football has always been my life, and my dream was to play for one of the best teams in Europe.
Today, I am closer to that dream. Manchester City is one of the best teams in the world.
Not only do they win trophies, but they also play such beautiful football.
They are an example for everyone, showing how the game should be played in the best way.
Being part of this team, this culture, and using it as a foundation to develop my own game excites me a lot,”
Echeverri said in his first remarks as a Manchester City player.
Manchester City’s Ambition for the Future
The signing of Echeverri is yet another example of Manchester City’s commitment to scouting and developing young talent.
The club has already established itself as a powerhouse in European football, consistently competing at the highest level.
With Echeverri’s addition to the squad, City are looking to build for the long term, ensuring that the team remains at the forefront of football for years to come.
