Manchester City and Chelsea leap ahead of Barcelona in pursuit of €25m-rated wonderkid

The race to sign Argentinian sensation Claudio Echeverri is heating up, with Barcelona facing stiff competition from Manchester City and Chelsea. The 17-year-old has caught the eye of top clubs across Europe after impressing at the U17 World Cup, and Barcelona’s financial constraints may hinder their ability to secure his signature. With the pursuit of Echeverri highlighting Barcelona’s ongoing struggles, the club faces tough decisions in the transfer market.

Barcelona’s pursuit of Argentinian wonderkid Claudio Echeverri has hit a roadblock as Manchester City and Chelsea have joined the race for the 17-year-old. Echeverri’s impressive performance at the U17 World Cup has caught the attention of top clubs across Europe, with Barcelona making the first move. However, their financial issues have complicated the deal, and River Plate rejected their initial offer. With both Manchester City and Chelsea now in the mix, Barcelona’s chances of signing Echeverri are looking slim. Despite the potential of Echeverri as a long-term addition for Barcelona, their limited funds may lead them to reconsider their pursuit.