Galactic Haaland! Real Madrid set to begin official talks with Manchester City over Haaland transfer

The Galacticos could soon add another global superstar to their ranks.

Details: According to Topskills Sports, citing SkySports, Real Madrid's management has identified 25-year-old Manchester City striker Erling Haaland as their top target for the summer transfer window.

It is reported that Real president Florentino Pérez personally wants to see the Norwegian in his squad and considers him the ideal long-term solution for the center-forward position.

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Haaland himself is not ruling out a move to Madrid, as he sees the Spanish capital as the perfect place to spend the rest of his career.

This season, Haaland has made 30 appearances for Manchester City, scoring 26 goals and providing 4 assists.

Haaland's current contract with Manchester City runs until 2034, and his market value is estimated by Transfermarkt at €200 million.

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