An English Premier League footballer has been handed a staggering new nine-and-a-half year contract.
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has established himself as one of the most prolific players on the planet, adding golden boots, UEFA Champions League accolades, and the Premier League trophy to his CV.
Since arriving at the Etihad Stadium from Borussia Dortmund in July 2022, the Norwegian talisman has 111 goals to his name from 126 outings.
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A dream move to Real Madrid continues to be suggested, yet this new deal, running until June 2034, would mean the Spanish giants are likely priced out of any negotiations.
It's believed the 24-year-old will become the highest paid player in Manchester City's history, and his salary could match some of the highest in world sport.
“I am really happy to have signed my new contract and to be able to look forward to spending even more time at this great club," said Haaland.
“Manchester City is a special club, full of fantastic people with amazing supporters and it’s the type of environment that helps bring the best out of everybody.
“I also want to thank Pep, his coaching staff, my teammates and everyone at the club as they have all helped me so much in the past couple of years. They have made this such a special place to be and now I am City no matter what.
“I want to keep developing, keep working to get better and look to do my best to try and help us achieve more success going forward.”
City’s director of football Txiki Begiristain added: “Everyone at the club is absolutely delighted that Erling has signed his new contract. The fact he is signed for so long demonstrates our commitment to him as a player, and his love of this club.
“He has made an incredible impact already in his time here and his amazing numbers and records speak for themselves.
“But in addition to his outstanding natural talent and ability, Erling’s dedication, professionalism, humility and desire to keep getting better sum up what we all strive to achieve at Manchester City.
“He is one of the finest strikers in world football, but Erling is still very young and will only continue to improve working under Pep and his coaching team. If he works hard, which I know he will, he will create an incredible legacy at this football club.
“Now he can focus on his game and continuing to play a huge part in helping us try to achieve even more success.”
