Haaland could leave Manchester City? Panic at the club after Rodri's departure

The Manchester City board fears that Rodri’s inevitable exit could trigger the departure of Erling Haaland, who is seriously considering a move away from the club next summer.

Details: According to El Nacional, there are growing concerns at the Etihad that the Norwegian striker may decide his future doesn’t lie in Manchester. Sensing this, Real Madrid has ramped up its interest: the Spanish giants are plotting a move for the forward in 2027, when he’ll turn 27 and be hitting his prime.

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The situation is further complicated by the fact that Pep Guardiola left City this summer, Enzo Maresca’s project is still taking shape, while Real under Mourinho is growing stronger every week. However, the Citizens do have an ace up their sleeve: in January 2025, Haaland signed a record-breaking contract until 2034 with no release clause, meaning Madrid won’t be able to snatch the Norwegian without a massive compensation package.

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