Barcelona are said to be interested in signing Erling Haaland to replace Lionel Messi. There has been speculation about the 23-year-old’s future after an impressive season at City. Last season, he achieved 38 goals and six assists in 45 games in all competitions. Since joining Manchester, he has earned two Premier League titles, two Golden Boots, various individual awards, and won the Champions League in 2023. Despite his agent, Rafaela Pimenta, highlighting his strong dedication to City’s project, Haaland is still being rumored to leave the Etihad. Read more about why Man City are challenging the Premier League in a legal dispute. Experts have come to a consensus on the potential outcome of the 115 charges prediction for Man City, while Man United is still waiting for further developments. Football Transfers reports that Barcelona is planning an ambitious three-year project to attract top players such as Haaland to Camp Nou. The Spanish team has faced financial difficulties lately, leading them to operate on a limited budget in order to stay competitive with Real Madrid. However, a profitable jersey sponsorship deal with Nike is set to ease their financial troubles, bringing in an estimated £127million (€150m) per year. This could potentially entice Haaland to join Barcelona, as he is seen as the perfect replacement for Messi in 2021. It is also being suggested that Arsenal’s William Saliba could address the team’s defensive vulnerabilities in the long run. Additionally, Christos Mandas, who has been linked with Manchester City, may end up moving to Old Trafford instead. Premier League teams, including Leicester City, are interested in the Lazio goalkeeper who is currently third choice at the Italian club. He may leave Lazio this summer in order to play more regularly.
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