Girona Signs Argentine Forward Echeverri on Loan
18 January 2026at13:20
Spanish club Girona has officially announced the signing of 20-year-old Argentine forward Claudio Echeverri on loan from English club Manchester City. The loan spell will last until the end of the current season, with no option to make the transfer permanent.
Echeverri joins coach Míchel Sánchez's squad after completing his registration, following the departure of Jhon Solís to Birmingham, which freed up a non-EU player slot. The player is a product of the River Plate academy in Argentina.
Manchester City had previously loaned Echeverri to German club Bayer Leverkusen in the first part of the season, where he made 11 appearances across all competitions, totaling 271 minutes. Girona currently sits ninth in the La Liga standings.
Q&A
What is the duration of Claudio Echeverri's loan spell at Girona?
Claudio Echeverri's loan to Girona from Manchester City is set to conclude at the end of the current season. The agreement does not include an option for a permanent transfer.
What enabled Girona to sign Claudio Echeverri?
Girona was able to register Claudio Echeverri after the departure of Jhon Solís to Birmingham, which freed up a crucial non-EU player slot in their squad.