Erling Haaland has committed his future to Manchester City, signing a nine-year contract that extends his stay at the Etihad Stadium until 2034. This long-term deal effectively ends any speculation about him joining European giants Real Madrid or Barcelona.
Erling Haaland has stated that declining opportunities to play for Real Madrid and Barcelona was a straightforward decision after Manchester City presented him with an 'unusual' contract extension . Haaland, a lifelong City fan due to his father Alfie's captaincy at the club, and his family meticulously evaluated the best footballing path for the young striker as he progressed in his career.
When considering their next move after Dortmund, Haaland's father had suggested the player spend a 'maximum' of three or four years in each country to experience various top European leagues. This fueled speculation among clubs like Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and others when he chose City in 2022. However, any hopes these European giants had of luring him to their stadiums anytime soon were effectively dashed last week when Haaland signed a contract keeping him at the Etihad until 2034. The 24-year-old, who expressed a desire to return home upon joining City, was eager to distance himself from his father's previous comments and forge a new path. 'Those are his words, not mine!' he exclaimed to reporters ahead of their Champions League match against Paris Saint-Germain. 'I think when I signed for City, I felt like it was home. I really meant it. I feel so happy, my family is so happy. In the end, that is what I wanted. 'The people I spoke with made me convinced that this was the right choice. In the end, when I spoke with people, we came to this, and it felt really good. I really look forward to spending so many more years in Manchester, it’s going to be amazing.' Signing such an extensive contract might become more prevalent, but it remains a standout move in the current football landscape. Haaland, a player who has always thrived on breaking conventions – his slogan for one of his promotional advertisements is 'Ordinary is for everyone else' – embraced the prospect of ten more seasons. When directly asked about the possibility of never playing for Real Madrid or Barcelona as a result, he appeared unfazed. 'I just signed a nine-year deal, what do you want me to say? Of course, I'm happy. I’m super happy with my choice and looking forward to many years in Manchester,' he said. 'It’s a really good sign. Of course, it’s a bit unusual. It’s not normal. That’s also something I like. In the end, it felt good for both parties. It was an easy choice.
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