Erling Haaland, Manchester City’s prolific striker, is reportedly open to joining Real Madrid, according to fresh reports.
The 24-year-old Norwegian has been a sensation since his arrival at the Etihad in 2022, netting an impressive 101 goals in just 109 appearances.
Despite his success with the Premier League champions, Haaland’s future has become the subject of intense speculation.
Real Madrid, long-time admirers of the forward, are once again linked with a potential move for the goal-scoring machine.
The Spanish giants may be encouraged by a release clause in Haaland’s contract, set at €150million (£125m), which expires in 2027.
Haaland’s father, Alf-Inge, has previously hinted at his son’s ambitions to prove himself across Europe’s top leagues.
Erling Haaland has been linked with a move to Real Madrid
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In the documentary ‘Haaland: The Big Decision’, he stated, “I think Erling wants to prove his abilities in all leagues. Then he can stay there [Manchester City] for three or four years at the most.”
Alf-Inge further elaborated on their ranking of potential clubs, saying, “On our list, I think City is the best team. [Bayern] Munich is number two.
“We have Real Madrid as number three, Paris Saint-Germain as number four.”
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These comments have fuelled speculation about Haaland’s long-term future at Manchester City.
Should Manchester City lose Haaland to Real Madrid next summer, they reportedly have their sights set on a potential replacement.
Viktor Gyokeres, the Sporting Lisbon sensation, has been identified as a target for the Premier League champions.
The constant transfer speculation surrounding Haaland is not a new phenomenon. His former club, Borussia Dortmund, experienced similar attention during his time there.
Sebastian Kehl, Dortmund’s sporting director, previously commented on the impact of such speculation.
He told German publication Sport Bild, “As much as we always loved Haaland and he was successful with us, in the end, he became a burden on the dressing room, the club and the whole environment.”
Pep Guardiola could lose Erling Haaland in the future
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Kehl further elaborated on the impact of Haaland’s transfer speculation, stating, “He had become the subject of every conversation. Outside the club, almost everything was exclusively focused on him.”
The Dortmund sporting director acknowledged the timing of Haaland’s eventual transfer, saying, “In the end, the timing of the transfer was right for both parties. And we are all happy for Erling that he continues to be so successful.”
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Erling Haaland has long been linked with Real Madrid
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These comments highlight the potential challenges faced by clubs managing high-profile players amidst constant transfer rumours.
As speculation continues to swirl around Haaland’s future at Manchester City, the club may need to prepare for similar attention.