Haaland’s Agent Says He’s Staying at Man City, Dismissing Barcelona Links

Overview

• Haaland’s agent said he is fully focused on Manchester City and denied any talks over a Barcelona move.
• Speaking to ESPN, Rafaela Pimenta called City the hardest club to negotiate with because the hierarchy is disciplined and well prepared.
• She pointed to his long-term contract, with reporting that buyout clauses were removed, which reduces any club’s leverage.
• The Norway striker has scored 160 goals in 195 games for City and has 36 goals with seven assists this season.
• The stance makes a big European transfer unlikely soon and signals stability for City’s plans in domestic and continental competitions.