Currently, Manchester City has triggered a release clause worth £22 million for Claudio Echeverri, likened to Maradona, the promising talent from River Plate.
According to TV Play, Manchester City has activated the release clause of River Plate’s wonderkid, Claudio Echeverri, creating a significant development in their pursuit of the player.
The situation between Manchester City and Claudio Echeverri seems to be escalating. Juventus, who had been closely monitoring the 17-year-old, faces disappointment with City’s move, as reported by Italian sources.
TV Play suggests that Manchester City has taken the lead over Juventus in this transfer battle by reportedly paying the €25 million release clause, indicating a setback for the Italian club. The Director of Football at Juventus, Cristiano Giuntoli, is purportedly affected by this development, viewing it as a major issue.
Although TV Play’s language is a bit unclear, the report implies that if Manchester City indeed activates Echeverri’s release clause, Juventus would have minimal chances of success in acquiring him.
Despite the vague wording, Manchester City appears to be in the forefront to sign the Argentina Under-17 international, who made headlines during the U17 World Cup Quarterfinals by scoring a hat trick against Brazil, earning comparisons to the “right-footed Diego Maradona.”
There’s a growing consensus that Txiki Begiristain, the director at Manchester City, should swiftly activate the £22 million release clause to secure Echeverri’s services, given the buzz surrounding the talented young Argentine.
Echeverri, who wears the No. 19 jersey for River Plate, has already captained Argentina’s Under-17 team and made several senior appearances for River Plate. His impressive record of eight goals in 17 games for the Argentina Under-17 squad highlights his immense potential and talent.
This situation is worth monitoring closely as Manchester City aims to secure the South American prodigy before Juventus can make their move.
