Haaland open to playing for his dream club Real Madrid, amidst contract talks with City

As Manchester City engage in contract talks with Erling Haaland, he has expressed desire to keep the option open for a move to Real Madrid

Despite City’s efforts to secure Haaland’s future with a new deal and a salary increase, the player dreams of playing for the Spanish giants, according to reports.

Real Madrid entered the season without a star striker after the departure of Karim Benzema’s, but they are currently planning on getting one ahead of the 2024 summer transfer market.

While Kylian Mbappe remains their priority, Haaland has emerged as a potential option. The Norwegian striker is said to have a release clause that Real Madrid could activate, making him a viable target.

If Mbappe’s potential move to Real Madrid falls through, the Spanish club would most likely intensify efforts to sign Haaland.

Although Manchester City aims to ward off interest by offering a new deal, the release clause provides Real Madrid with a leveraging ground.

Meanwhile, Football Espana suggested that there is a divide within the Real Madrid board regarding the pursuit of Mbappe, with some members viewing Haaland as a less disruptive and potentially better fit alongside Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo Goes.