There is a sense of optimism surrounding Pep Guardiola’s side currently. Manchester City’s 4-nil win over Newcastle and the manner of their victory does give a sense of hope for what lies ahead this week. But in the background to that one of Manchester City’s most eagerly anticipated arrivals is set to join Pep Guardiola’s squad this week. That is young Argentinian wonderkid Claudio Echeverri. He has now completed his international duties with the Argentina under-20 squad and is on his way to the Etihad. That brings with it a sense of excitement at what Echeverri could potentially add to City’s squad.

Fabrizio Romano has reported via X that Claudio Echeverri is set to travel to Manchester this week. Furthermore, Romano reports that Echeverri will immediately join Pep Guardiola’s squad when he arrives in Manchester.

Claudio Echeverri will arrive at Manchester City in form. He starred for Argentina at the South American under-20 Championships. He scored 6 goals and added 3 assists in 8 appearances at the tournament. The young attacking midfielder showed exactly why Manchester City were so keen to sign him at the tournament. He was one of the best players in the competition and his ability on the ball and eye for goal did stand out. His tremendous technical ability was on full display and he appears to be a player who could contribute straight away for Pep Guardiola’s side. That would depend on how quickly he adapts to life at Manchester City.

Claudio Echeverri picked up an injury at the Copa Sudamericano.

There is, however, a caveat to this news. CityXtra has reported that Claudio Echeverri did sustain a sprained ankle at the tournament. He missed Argentina’s final game of the Copa Sudamericano. It is included in the CityXtra report that Echeverri sustained a grade one ankle sprain during Argentina’s 1-all draw with Brazil. It remains to be seen how long Echeverri could potentially be sidelined for.

Anything is possible for Claudio Echeverri with his undoubted talent and potential.

What is apparent is that one of the most talented young players is on his way to the world champions. Ever since Claudio Echeverri burst onto the scene his talent has stood out. During his final season at River Plate he showed flashes of brilliance while playing against seasoned professionals. While he was inconsistent at times his outstanding talent did stand out. It was expected that Echeverri would be inconsistent as he made the step up to first team football for River Plate. But he did enough to suggest that Manchester City have a potential star on their hands. Now that his loan spell is over and his international duties are complete we will finally get a glimpse of Echeverri at Manchester City. Whether or not he features much this season remains to be seen.

One of Manchester City’s most anticipated arrivals is finally set to arrive in Manchester this week. It is exciting news that Claudio Echeverri will finally be joining Pep Guardiola’s squad this week. Ever since City signed him during the 2024 January transfer window anticipation has been building ahead of his arrival at Manchester City. That is almost here and it will be fascinating to see how he progresses and develops under Pep Guardiola’s tutelage.