Barcelona prepares a record 5-year contract for Haaland to lure him from Manchester City

"Barcelona" is considering signing Erling Haaland if sanctions lead to Manchester City's exit from the Premier League. The Catalans, who previously sought attacking reinforcements, are reportedly ready to offer the forward a five-year contract. This is reported by Fichajes.

Haaland's transfer to Barcelona: what conditions the media mention

According to the publication, the club president Joan Laporta sees the 26-year-old Norwegian as a priority target. The forward is expected to be offered €31.5 million per year and the status of an undisputed first-team player.

Fichajes claims that such a salary corresponds to Haaland's current earnings in England. At the same time, the publication does not contain any confirmation from the player or clubs, nor does it mention a possible transfer fee.

If we consider only the stated salary, over five seasons the payments will amount to €157.5 million. This is without potential bonuses, commissions, and compensation to Manchester City, so we are talking about a significant financial commitment.

According to the source, head coach Hansi Flick supports the idea of the transfer. The coach, who extended his contract with Barcelona, supposedly sees Haaland in an attacking trio with Raphinha and Lamine Yamal.

The Manchester City case: why negotiations remain conditional

The key condition of the described plan is the possible relegation of the English club. Fichajes links this scenario to the financial case against Manchester City. However, possible sanctions and final relegation from the Premier League are not equivalent events.

According to Reuters, an independent commission supported 114 of the 115 accusations, and the club denies violations and appeals the decision. This means that the consequences of the case still depend on further procedures.

This is why the news about Barcelona's interest does not mean an agreed transfer. According to Fichajes, formal negotiations with Haaland's representatives are only expected to begin after confirmation of sanctions that will force City to leave the Premier League.

The search for a central striker has a separate context for the Catalans: Robert Lewandowski has already moved to Chicago Fire. However, Haaland remains a transfer target according to the media, not a confirmed future player of "Barcelona".