Erling Haaland set to sign record-breaking new contract at Manchester City with special clause

Erling Haaland set to sign record-breaking new contract at Manchester City with special clause

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 21:19 - 07.09.2024

Manchester City superstar Erling Haaland is reportedly set to sign a new Manchester City contract that will make him the highest-paid player in the Premier League.

Erling Haaland's sensational form since joining Manchester City in 2022 has made him arguably the world's best centre-forward.

The 24-year-old Norwegian striker has scored an astonishing 97 goals in just 102 games, including back-to-back hat-tricks against Ipswich and West Ham before the international break. His tally for the new season already stands at seven goals in three matches.

Haaland set to sign new contract with Manchester City

Erling Haaland with the match ball after his hat-trick for Man City against Ipswich
Erling Haaland wins Premier League Golden Boot for 2022-23 campaign.

As a result, Haaland is reportedly set to sign a new deal with Manchester City, replacing his existing contract that expires in 2027.

The fresh terms will reportedly make him the Premier League's highest earner, surpassing his current weekly wage of £375,000.

However, there's a twist - the new contract is expected to include a release clause, although the exact fee remains unknown.

This development will surely interest Real Madrid, who have long been admirers of Haaland's talent. Although they have no immediate plans to pursue him following the arrival of Kylian Mbappe,