Manchester City new 19-year-old sensation, Claudio Echeverri, has surpassed Erling Haaland and Rodri in club shop shirt sales just days after arriving from River Plate. Inspired by Lionel Messi, Echeverri chose the number 30 jersey. Despite his popularity, Pep Guardiola remains cautious about his debut, emphasizing the team’s focus on crucial matches.
For the past few days, Manchester City’s newest signing, 19-year-old Claudio Echeverri, has already made a huge impact off the pitch. The Argentine youngster, who recently joined from River Plate, has overtaken club stars like Erling Haaland and Rodri in shirt sales at the City store. Echeverri, widely regarded as one of Argentina’s next big talents, chose the number 30 jersey, a tribute to his idol Lionel Messi.
Despite not yet making his debut, excitement around Echeverri’s arrival has been immense. Spanish outlet AS reports that his shirts have been selling in record numbers, even surpassing those of established stars. However, his first appearance for the club remains uncertain. Pep Guardiola has emphasized that City is in a crucial phase of the season, fighting for positions in the Premier League and FA Cup, making it difficult to integrate new players immediately.
City currently sits fourth in the league, but Guardiola warned that the race is extremely tight, with just a few points separating multiple teams. With upcoming key fixtures against Nottingham Forest and Brighton, the focus remains on securing victories. For now, fans will have to wait and see when Echeverri gets his chance to shine on the field.
