Erling Haaland was at the centre of a transfer battle between Manchester United and Manchester City but has hinted that a move to Old Trafford was never on the cards.
Is Haaland coming to Manchester United?
Borussia Dortmund CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke has revealed Erling Haaland’s release clause prevented him from completing a move to Manchester United. Haaland, 21, is one of football’s hottest young talents after bursting onto the scene with Red Bull Salzburg and then the Bundesliga side.
Who is Haaland linked to?
Manchester City are delighted to confirm the signing of Erling Haaland from Borussia Dortmund. The 21-year-old will join the Club on 1 July after penning a five-year deal which keeps him at the Etihad Stadium until the summer of 2027.
Who has just joined Manchester United?
Man Utd confirm £86m Antony deal
The move to United sees Antony reunited with ex-Ajax boss Erik ten Hag, who has already recruited defender Lisandro Martinez from his former club, and Tyrell Malacia from Feyenoord.
What did Haaland say about Manchester United?
Erling Haaland has suggested Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is the reason he is not playing for Manchester United. The Norwegian burst onto the scene back in 2019 when at Red Bull Salzburg and had a host of Europe’s heavyweights after him.
How much did Man U bid for Haaland?
The striker’s release clause cost Manchester City just over £51million which will go beyond £85.6million after intermediary commissions are added into the equation.
Why did Chelsea not buy Haaland?
Chelsea are frustrated that restrictions arising from the sanctions against owner Roman Abramovich halted their pursuit of Erling Haaland from Borussia Dortmund, sources told ESPN.
What team is Haaland switching?
Manchester City
Manchester City has agreed to sign Erling Haaland from Borussia Dortmund, bringing in one of the world’s most exciting young players as a belated replacement for club great Sergio Aguero.
Why did Haaland chose Man City?
Haaland: ‘I want to have fun and score goals‘
Apart from being a lifelong City supporter, our new No. 9 says he went on gut instinct when choosing the Blues over several other interested suitors. “I had a feeling in my stomach,” said Haaland. “The way they played.
Will Haaland leave Man City?
Erling Haaland could leave Man City in 2024 if a foreign club pays his £175m release clause – Paper Talk | Transfer Centre News | Sky Sports.
Who is Man u signing in 2022?
Manchester United- New Arrivals 2022/23
| Player | Age | Transfer Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Lisandro Martínez | 25 | £51.63m |
| Tyrell Malacia | 22 | £13.50m |
| Christian Eriksen | 30 | free transfer |
| Martin Dubravka | 33 | loan transfer |
Who is Man U signing at 2023?
Greenwood has been with United since he was seven.
Who is leaving Manchester United 2022?
With players’ contracts set to expire across all levels at Manchester United, the club has issued its list of retained players ahead of the 2022/23 season. In terms of the first team, it has already been confirmed that Edinson Cavani, Lee Grant, Jesse Lingard, Juan Mata, Nemanja Matic and Paul Pogba are leaving United.
Is Liverpool interested in Haaland?
Spanish news outlet Mundo Deportivo claim that Liverpool are interested in Erling Haaland if Mohamed Salah exits the club. It seems that Liverpool are just the latest side to join the race for Haaland alongside Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, Barcelona, Manchester City and Chelsea.
Did Real Madrid want Haaland?
Real Madrid are plotting their long-term transfers and are targeting an ambitious double swoop for Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe in 2024.
Does Haaland want to come to Real Madrid?
Real Madrid will make an attempt to sign Haaland in the near future. According to Diario AS Haaland did not want to make the move to Real Madrid a couple of months ago but he still has a dream of putting on the famous white shirt hence why he agreed to a release clause in his contract.
Why did Haaland not join United?
On the other side, it was revealed the reason the Norwegian International would never have joined Manchester United. Haaland dismissed the Red Devils as an option because he didn’t feel they would be able to match his ambitions on the pitch. Sources close to the player said they were pursuing a “sporting project”.
Has Erling Haaland signed for Man City?
“I have always watched City and have loved doing so in recent seasons,” Haaland told the club’s website after signing a contract to 2027.
Who is the new Haaland?
Liverpool and Arsenal are reportedly among the clubs who are ‘intent on’ signing 18-year-old Andreas Schjelderup, who has been dubbed as ‘the new Haaland’.
Can Haaland join the Premier League?
Manchester City have announced a deal in principle to sign Erling Haaland from Borussia Dortmund. The Norway forward will join the club on 1 July, with the transfer subject to Man City finalising terms with the player.
What teams wanted Haaland?
- Pros: Manchester United wanted to sign Haaland when he left FC Salzburg and will be in the queue again when the time comes for him to move on.
- Cons: Despite their interest, there is a worry at United that they are behind Real Madrid, Barcelona and Man City in the list of Haaland’s preferred destinations.