Erling HaalandClaimed agent’s agent City of Manchester striker could become the world’s first £1 billion player.
Haaland has enjoyed a good start to Man City’s career since signing with Borussia Dortmund for his release clause, which sources told ESPN worth 60 million euros.
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The 22-year-old has scored 20 goals in 14 appearances in all competitions for City this campaign, prompting his agent Rafaela Pimenta to say he can break the £1billion barrier to sign. contract.
“If you sum his football value, his image value, his sponsor value, it’s definitely £1 billion,” Pimenta said of the possible transfer fee Haaland signed in an interview with Sky Sports.
“The comparison of Erling to [Kylian] Mbappeso you have a bit of an idea of the market – I think Erling will be the first player to reach a transfer of around £1 billion. “
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Earlier this month, City Manager. Pep Guardiola refuses to report that Haaland had a clause in his contract that allowed him to participate Real Madrid for a lower fee after the 2023-24 season.
“The good and bad thing about being a lawyer is that you know what you can’t say,” Pimenta said in response to a question about those reports. “You don’t need someone to tease you like ‘Don’t say this, don’t say that.’ I can’t talk about it.”
Pimenta was also asked if discussions would take place soon about a new contract for Norway international at Etihad Stadium.
“I hope so,” Pimenta said. “If they want to discuss today, we’d be happy. Why not? Always good.”
