Claudio Echeverri says City legend and fellow Argentine Sergio Aguero helped him make the decision to move to Manchester.
“I’ve spoken to [Sergio] Aguero,” began Echeverri.
“I also talked to Martin Demichelis. They told me it [City] was a great club with amazing players and a beautiful history.
“I knew about it [the special relationship between Argentina and Manchester City]. Aguero, in particular, stands out.
“He’s a legend here at Manchester City because of everything he achieved and the incredible player he was.
“I used to watch him play and, honestly, it’s an amazing feeling to be here.”
“Yes I think so,” said Echeverri when asked if he feels City has a special reputation in Argentina.
“Especially because of the players who have come here and done really well – Kun Aguero, Julian Alvarez, [Pablo] Zabaleta.
“They are all very important players who have played here.
“I’m at a great club with a lot of history.”