Erling Haaland has been warned he could find himself playing "in the Championship for years" after signing a new Manchester City deal.
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- Signed deal through to 2034
- FFP threat hanging over the Etihad
- Huge show of commitment from striker
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WHAT HAPPENED?
The prolific Norwegian striker has penned a new ten-year contract at the Etihad Stadium, taking him through to 2034. Record-setting terms have been put in place, with Haaland committing to the reigning Premier League champions on a long-term basis.
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
Haaland has hit 111 goals for City through 126 appearances, helping them to domestic trophies and a Champions League crown. Pep Guardiola’s side do, however, have an 115-charge Financial Fair Play case hanging over them, with any punishments there yet to be determined.
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WHAT THE FANS ARE SAYING
It has been suggested that City would be dumped out of the English top-flight, or hit with a points penalty that leads to relegation, and @TopGunnerAli has responded to the Haaland contract news by saying: "He’ll play in the championship for 9 years."
On a similar theme, @AFCMinded said: "9 year deal is insane. What type of wage and bonus' will be be on, because he isn't getting a payrise now for 9 years! From City POV it's great because he can't go anywhere when they get relegated."
@thisistolu went on to say of a potential stint in the second tier: "2034? By the time his contract ends, I’ll have grandkids, and they’ll still be watching him pad his stats against Burnley!"
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DID YOU KNOW?
Others have been quick to air their surprise, given the FFP uncertainty in Manchester, with @UTDgeezer saying: "What does this mean about the charges then? He must be aware of something we’re not . That’s your life and career dedicated to this tiny Yoyo club."
@thekingadjor said: "I’m pretty sure they’re going to get a transfer ban soon. The signings they’re making and now this for Haaland."
Taking things in a slightly different direction, @ibrahimkuso1982 said of Haaland now having Premier League history in his sights: "That Alan Shearer record is already in shreds because he will break it and create a new one for other forwards to emulate."
