Echeverri, labelled the 'next Lionel Messi ' by Argentine journalists and pundits, has now arrived in Manchester following a magnificent Under-20 South American Championship campaign, where he ...

With high praise from City's director of football, Txiki Begiristain, Echeverri is poised to fulfill his dream of making a mark with one of Europe's elite clubs.

Argentina youth international Claudio Echeverri has completed his permanent move to Manchester City, more than a year after signing for the English champion before returning to River Plate on loan.

Txiki Begiristain, City director of football, described Echeverri as “one of the finest talents to emerge from South America in recent years.” “Football has been my life,” Echeverri said ...

"I used to watch him play and, honestly, it’s an amazing feeling to be here." City chief Txiki Begiristain added: "Claudio is one of the finest talents to emerge from South America in recent years.