Claudio Echeverri joined Manchester City from River Plate for £12.5 million in January last year. He initially spent one year on loan at River Plate on a four-and-a-half-year deal. Then, in February this year, the young footballer, known as the new Messi, joined City.
City are sending Echeverri on loan again. Bayer Leverkusen have reached an agreement to take the Argentine midfielder on loan for the entire season. This has been reported by the British news media BBC.
Two days ago, City coach Pep Guardiola expressed his discomfort with the increase in players in the squad. He commented that a large squad is ‘not good’ for the team at all. After that, the news of Echeverri’s possible transfer came.
Echeverri made his debut for City in May. He made his first appearance for the English club in the FA Cup final. However, City lost to Crystal Palace in that match. As a result, his start with City was not a good one.
However, he has since had more opportunities to play. He has played one match each in the Premier League and the Club World Cup. The Argentine youngster also scored a great goal against Al-Ain of the United Arab Emirates in the Club World Cup.
FAQ
Who is Claudio Echeverri?
Claudio Echeverri is a 19-year-old Argentine midfielder, often called the “new Messi.” He joined Manchester City from River Plate in January 2024 for £12.5 million.
Why did Manchester City loan out Echeverri?
With Pep Guardiola concerned about the size of City’s squad, the club decided a loan move would give Echeverri more playing time and experience.
Which club will Echeverri join on loan?
Echeverri will spend the 2025/26 season on loan at German club Bayer Leverkusen.
How has Echeverri performed for Manchester City so far?
He made his debut in the FA Cup final against Crystal Palace in May 2025. Since then, he has played in the Premier League and the Club World Cup, scoring a memorable goal against Al-Ain.
