When Erling Haaland started scoring at a record pace in the Premier League, everyone knew that this was the real thing, not a player who only performs in the German or Austrian leagues. With a buyout clause baked into his contract with City, the game for Haaland was underway even before the Norwegian had finished his debut season. Real Madrid have always aimed for Haaland signing, but on this mild winter day in January, everyone understands that the battle is over.
Haaland swears “eternal” allegiance to Manchester City. The signature has been put on the contract that in principle binds the striker to the Premier League club until he turns 34. Earlier today, The Athletic claimed troublesome buyout clauses have been removed, suggesting that Haaland has secured one of the most lucrative sports deals in history.
Erling Haaland has realized that with 111 goals in 126 games, he has come to the right club to break records, take awards – and titles.
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