Overview

• Manchester City and Liverpool are reported to be stepping up interest in the 18-year-old, with Arsenal and Chelsea having held informal talks with his camp.
• Coverage led by TBR Football indicates Subiabre is preparing for a move to Europe in 2026, most likely in the summer, though an early deal in January cannot be ruled out.
• Manchester City’s previous contacts with River Plate during the Claudio Echeverri transfer and the club’s track record with Julián Álvarez are seen as potential advantages in negotiations.
• Liverpool have tracked Subiabre at the Under-20 World Cup as part of Richard Hughes’s long-term recruitment planning for Arne Slot’s system.
• Scouting reports praise Subiabre’s technique and versatility but raise concerns about his pace and physical readiness for top European leagues, which could shape any integration plan.