Team Talk reports on Claudio Echeverri's impending loan move to Spain under a strategic plan by Pep Guardiola. Claudio Echeverri is set to head to Spain on loan after Pep Guardiola drew up a plan for him. He is ‘one step away’ from reaching an agreement to join City’s affiliate club Girona on loan for the 2025-26 campaign. This move is part of a strategy to develop him for Manchester City's first team.

Claudio Echeverri is anticipated to join Girona after finishing the pre-season with Manchester City. This transition is made possible because Girona is a part of the City Group, a network of clubs that includes Manchester City. Echeverri, known as 'Diablito' from his time in River Plate's youth ranks, became a part of Manchester City during the previous winter transfer window. His move to Girona is considered a step in his adaptation to European football. Journalist Verónica Brunatti has indicated that the transfer to Girona is well-advanced, following a similar path to that of Brazilian footballer Savinho, who played for Girona before moving to the Premier League. Despite some interest from Lazio, who were reportedly eager to secure his services, the transition to Girona is expected to move forward, allowing Echeverri to continue his development under the guidance of Girona's coach, Michel.