Erling Haaland is reportedly crazy about joining Real Madrid, who will pursue his signature if they fail to sign Kylian Mbappe.
According to a report by AS, as relayed by Sport Witness, Erling Haaland is the subject of interest from Real Madrid. The Merengues view the Manchester City striker as a potential alternative to top target Kylian Mbappe. And the Norwegian international is keen on joining Real Madrid, with his price closer to €100 million instead of €200 million.
Erling Haaland and the Rise of a Goal Machine
Erling Haaland has established himself as one of the best players in the world in the last few years. The 23-year-old rose to prominence during his stint with Red Bull Salzburg before he saw his stock skyrocketing at Borussia Dortmund. He scored goals for fun at both clubs and has taken his game to the next level at Manchester City.
The Norwegian international won the European Golden Shoe last season after guiding Manchester City to a historic treble win. He has continued from where he left off last term, contributing to 24 goals in 22 appearances, finding the back of the net 19 times while providing five assists.
While a stress reaction has hampered Haaland’s campaign thus far this season, his stock remains as high as ever. The former Borussia Dortmund striker is a target for Real Madrid, who will pursue his signature if they fail to sign Kylian Mbappe in the summer transfer window. And the front page report on AS has revealed that the player is keen on joining Real Madrid.
Real Madrid Calling?
Real Madrid chose not to replace Karim Benzema with a first-choice striker in the 2023 summer transfer window. While they have been excellent in every position, they have been overly dependent on Jude Bellingham for goals this term. So, it behoves Real Madrid to invest in a striker ahead of the 2024/25 season.
Erling Haaland has thus emerged as a viable target for Real Madrid. And with AS claiming the 23-year-old is keen on joining Los Blancos, a summer deal might see the light of day. The report has suggested that his price tag will be closer to €100 million instead of €200 million.
Meanwhile, Manchester City will be eager to keep hold of Haaland and tie him to a new contract. Nonetheless, a move for the free-scoring Norwegian striker will only materialise if Real Madrid cannot sign Mbappe.
