La Derecha Diario With little playing time at Manchester City, Claudio Echeverri could be loaned to Lazio.
Without minutes in Pep's team, the Italian team began negotiations with the English club to take Diablito
After his loan at River last year, Claudio "El diablito" Echeverri finally arrived in England to join Pep Guardiola's Manchester City. Although he's not in the immediate plans of the Spanish coach, his debut with the English team was expected to occur only mid-year. However, his future could take an unexpected turn.
According to the renowned Italian outlet "Corriere della Sera", Lazio has already started talks with City to add El Diablito in the next European transfer market. They also indicate that negotiations are progressing favorably and that the Italian club has concrete possibilities of closing the deal.
Lazio seeks to guarantee Echeverri playing time
With the promise of giving him continuity in Serie A, Lazio intends to finalize a loan for the Argentine midfielder. The interest of the Roman team is not new, since from the moment his sale to City was confirmed, the Italian team had expressed their intention to sign him to strengthen their attack, where the Argentine Taty Castellanos is currently playing.
While initially it was expected that the player from Chaco would start gaining minutes with City's first team in the final stretch of the season and the start of the next, this alternative could be attractive for the English club. With a squad full of stars, the possibility of a loan would guarantee competition and playing time for the young Argentine talent.
A stroll through Rome that fuels the rumors
Amid the speculations about his possible arrival at the Biancocelesti, Echeverri was seen strolling through Rome and dining at a restaurant linked to the interested club. The Italian press quickly echoed the situation, and rumors about his imminent signing emerged.
According to reports, the former River player took advantage of his visit to get to know Lazio's facilities and consider the possibility of joining the team. Interestingly, the restaurant where he was seen is very close to the Formello training center, which further reinforces the rumors about his possible move to Italian football.
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