Benfica's next signing is already in Portugal, reveals who won him over | OneFootball

Claudio Echeverri is going to become a Benfica player after the club reached a full agreement with Manchester City. The Argentine midfielder arrived in Portugal this Tuesday to sign for the Eagles on loan with an option to buy.

At Humberto Delgado Airport, the 20-year-old did not hide his happiness about joining the Eagles and admitted that he spoke not only with Marco Silva but also with a current player and even former representatives of the Reds whom he knows well.

"I’m very happy to be here. I’ve already spoken with Prestianni, he was the first person I spoke to. I’m very happy to be here and because of the message he sent me. I can’t say much more, but I hope I can sign tomorrow. I also spoke with the coach (Marco Silva) and with Rúben Dias and Bernardo Silva at Manchester City", he began by telling reporters.

Then, Echeverri praised the undeniable stature of the country’s most successful club. "Benfica are the biggest club in Portugal and one of the most important in Europe. I know I can grow a lot here, and that’s what I hope", he said.

Asked about what story he intends to write at Benfica, Echeverri admitted that he wants to be on the same level as the compatriots who, in the past, shone at the club. "Very important Argentine players have come through this great club, and hopefully I can repeat what they did. Benfica deserve it, they are the biggest team in Portugal, and I hope to help win titles," he concluded.

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