Manchester City are anticipating offers for star striker Erling Haaland next summer as the Norwegian holds all the cards on his future.
According to Football Insider, Erling Haaland could have a big say in his future decision making as Manchester City could anticipate big offers for the Norwegian from Barcelona and Real Madrid this summer. Contract talks are being held in the background, but the details of a potential new deal could hand the striker keys to his future.
Manchester City bracing for Haaland bids
Some players in world football like being in command of their future and where they wish to play football. Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe are clear examples of such characters, as the duo have so far managed to be in charge of their careers in terms of finances as well as their choice of clubs.
Manchester City paid a paltry fee of £51 million for Haaland, which happened to be a release clause that was the work of the Norwegian’s negotiating power. The report states he has a similarly reasonable release clause of £101.3 million in his current City contract, although that might be restricted to teams outside of the Premier League.
With the ongoing case on the 115 charges levied on Manchester City by the Premier League, Haaland could force an exit if the situation goes against the club. Real Madrid are one of the favourites to sign him, irrespective of what happens to Pep Guardiola’s side, as they will only need to pay up the release clause in his deal. Meanwhile, Barcelona might struggle to match the price.
While Manchester City are keen on renewing his contract and ensuring a long-term commitment, the truth is that they are anticipating offers to come in for the 24-year-old. Barcelona are also interested, and despite their financial troubles, they could find a way to get a deal done.
Erling Haaland is in control of his future
With talks of a new contract reportedly ongoing, Manchester City could reluctantly include a new release clause that will suit the player more. Haaland’s £375,000-a-week salary aside, the key is with the bonuses he earns, that has seen Manchester City commit to a huge pay package for the 24-year-old.
Given what he could demand with a new contract or a move away, only a few sides can pay that kind of money. Hence, Real Madrid are better placed than Barcelona in this equation, as Florentino Perez would like to take full advantage and bring Haaland as part of his dream project that has already seen the arrival of Mbappe.
