Echeverri, hailed as the ‘next Lionel Messi’ in Argentina, has committed to a contract with the triple-winning team until 2028. However, his immediate future involves staying with River Plate until the conclusion of 2024.
Making a mark at the under-17 World Cup in Peru in 2023, Echeverri emerged as one of the standout players. His notable achievements included scoring five goals in seven appearances, contributing significantly to Argentina’s captivating journey to the semi-finals. Among his memorable feats was a remarkable hat-trick against Brazil in the quarter-finals.
Echeverri marked his debut with River Plate’s first team in June 2023, operating under the guidance of former City coach Martin Demichelis. In a 3-1 victory over Instituto Cordoba, the young forward, who celebrated his 18th birthday at the beginning of the month, provided an assist. With six appearances for River’s first team and 23 appearances for the Argentina under-17 team, where he served as captain during the World Cup, Echeverri showcased his burgeoning talent. Additionally, he had the opportunity to train alongside Messi while working with Argentina’s senior team.
Echeverri gained widespread recognition at the age of 11 after a stellar performance at the Champions Trophy youth tournament in Venice, where he scored nine goals in seven games.
Despite signing with Manchester City, the 18-year-old will continue with River Plate for the remainder of the year, following a similar path as Julian Alvarez did when he joined City from Millonarios in January 2022. His anticipated integration into Pep Guardiola’s squad is set for January 2025, where he will join a formidable attacking lineup featuring Erling Haaland, Alvarez, and Kevin De Bruyne.
We are pleased to announce we have completed the signing of Claudio Echeverri from River Plate ✍️
Claudio has signed a contract until June 2028 but will remain at River before moving to the Etihad Stadium in January next year.
More info ⤵️
— Manchester City (@ManCity) January 25, 2024
Claudio Echeverri
Claudio Echeverri
ArgentinaThis season he played in total 4 times for 71 minutes for Superliga.
Claudio Echeverri didn’t score any goal for River Plate. He procured one assist. He received no yellow cards and no red cards.
His team is currently 1st in Superliga. In the last match River Plate drew 1-1 against Monterrey. The next match in Superliga will be against TBC.
River Plate performance and stats
River Plate is currently 11th in the Superliga with 0 points.
It has a even goal difference after scoring 0 goals and conceding 0.
River Plate will play the next match in Superliga against Argentinos Juniors on Sunday 28th of January in Capital Federal.
Manchester City performance and stats
Manchester City will play the next match in FA Cup against Tottenham Hotspur on Friday 26th of January in London. The prediction is Manchester City winning the match.
