Manchester City Advancing Talks for River Plate's Echeverri
The 17-year-old Argentina U17 captain is likely to be loaned out upon completion of the deal.
- Manchester City are in advanced talks to sign 17-year-old River Plate attacking midfielder Claudio Echeverri, with a deal expected to be around £15-18 million.
- Echeverri, who captained Argentina at the Under-17 World Cup, is likely to be sent on loan if the deal is completed, possibly returning to River Plate.
- Manchester City's interest in Boca Juniors left-back Valentin Barco has been downplayed by sources at the club.
- Kalvin Phillips, who has struggled for playing time at Manchester City, is available for loan next month, with Juventus and Newcastle United showing interest.
- Manchester City may also consider letting left-back Sergio Gomez leave this winter if a suitable replacement can be found.