Open war between Real Madrid and Barcelona for Haaland

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Erling Haaland is back in the spotlight in the transfer market of FC Barcelona and Real Madrid amid the uncertainty surrounding Manchester City's financial process in the Premier League. According to The Sun, the two Spanish clubs are keeping an eye on the Norwegian forward due to the potential sporting implications for the English club in case of sanctions.

This situation does not imply that Haaland is currently up for sale. The 26-year-old forward is under contract with City until 2034, meaning that any attempt to move him out of Etihad would require negotiation with the English club, even in a relegation scenario.

Real & Barca circle Haaland in shock transfer raid amid Man City relegation fear
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— The Sun Football ⚽ (@TheSunFootball) September 27, 2026

Erling Haaland, the main target for Barça and Real Madrid

Information from England places Erling Haaland as the key player being closely monitored from Spain. Both FC Barcelona and Real Madrid are paying attention to the potential sporting consequences of the proceedings against City.

The context has shifted after reports this week claimed that the independent commission found 114 of the 115 financial infractions against the club to be valid. The sanction has not been determined yet, and there is a possibility to appeal the decision.

The next steps will be crucial in determining the sporting implications. Potential scenarios discussed during the process include fines and point deductions, but there is still no official sanction to gauge the impact on the first team.

A significant deduction could place Manchester City in a critical sporting situation. It is this hypothetical scenario that has led several European clubs to monitor the contractual status of their key players.

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Haaland's contract until 2034 protects Manchester City

The main obstacle for any potential move is Erling Haaland's contract. The Norwegian extended his deal in January 2025 for ten seasons, tying him to Manchester City until the summer of 2034.

The agreement has removed much of the uncertainty previously surrounding the forward. Moreover, City players would not automatically become free agents if the club were to be relegated due to a possible sanction, requiring Barcelona and Madrid to negotiate a transfer.

Haaland is not the only player linked to the Spanish clubs. Players like Josko Gvardiol, Ayyoub Bouaddi, Elliot Anderson, Enzo Fernández, and Rayan Cherki are also reportedly on their radar from England.

The outcomes depend on the definitive resolution of the proceedings. The commission must determine the punishment, and both the Premier League and City would have avenues for appeal if they disagree with the decision.

FC Barcelona awaits the City case resolution

For FC Barcelona, any potential move for Haaland faces clear economic challenges due to the contract length. There is currently no contractual situation obliging the English club to negotiate his exit or a close expiration date that would weaken their negotiating position.

Real Madrid finds itself in a similar position. The reported interest from England is currently limited to monitoring a potential shift in Manchester, with no evidence of an offer or open negotiations for the forward.

The upcoming weeks will determine if progress can be made. Until the sanction is disclosed and the appeal process unfolds, Erling Haaland remains tied to Manchester City until 2034, with any moves from Barcelona or Madrid contingent on the final consequences of the proceedings against the English club.

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