Erling Haaland’s agent has firmly declared that the striker is “1,000%” committed to Manchester City, dismissing persistent speculation about a possible transfer to Real Madrid. Since joining City in 2022, Haaland has made a significant impact on the team. His contributions have been pivotal in securing two Premier League titles and a Champions League victory, culminating in a historic treble during his debut season with the club. At just 23 years old, Haaland has already played for five different clubs in his senior career.
Rafaela Pimenta, who assumed the role of Haaland’s agent following Mino Raiola’s passing in 2022, is known for including release clauses in player contracts. She has indicated that the details of Haaland’s release clause are known only to his camp and Manchester City. While this suggests that a future transfer could be a possibility, it is not a current focus.
In a recent interview with Flashscore, Pimenta discussed Haaland’s commitment and future, stating that while she cannot predict if Haaland will become a one-club man, she believes his tenure at City will extend over the next few years. She emphasized that Haaland feels completely at home at Manchester City, noting, “He is 1,000% committed to the City project and is eagerly anticipating the upcoming season with the club.”
Pimenta also addressed Haaland’s worth, suggesting that he is valued at over €1 billion (£850 million) due to his age, potential, and overall economic impact. She clarified that this valuation refers not to his transfer value but to the broader significance of a top player with his attributes and potential for growth. At the time of her statement, Haaland had yet to complete the treble, despite already being the Premier League’s top scorer even after missing two months of action due to injury.
Additionally, Pimenta highlighted Haaland’s marketability and off-field influence, noting his strong work ethic, focus, and absence of controversies. She pointed out that, in his two years at Manchester City, there has been no negative gossip about him. His profile is highly valuable to sponsors, clubs, and in terms of merchandise sales and media coverage. Pimenta believes that considering all aspects—ticket sales, TV rights, and other revenue streams associated with Haaland—the total earnings over his career are likely to exceed one billion dollars.
Haaland’s current contract with Manchester City is set to run until 2027. When questioned about the possibility of extending his contract, Haaland was positive but non-committal, stating, “I’ve had two fantastic years and have three years left. That’s really all I can say.” This response reinforces his focus on continuing his successful stint with Manchester City and indicates no immediate plans for a transfer.
