The European football landscape is bracing for a potential earthquake as Paris Saint-Germain has reportedly made “discreet inquiries” into the long-term future of Manchester City’s Erling Haaland.
Despite the Norwegian striker being locked into a historic contract at the Etihad, the reigning European champions in Paris are positioning themselves for a generational swoop.
The “Unbreakable” Contract
Haaland’s current status at Manchester City is unprecedented. In January 2025, he signed a massive nine-and-a-half-year extension that ties him to the club until June 2034.
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The Record Deal: It is the longest contract in Premier League history, designed to keep him in Manchester until he is 34.
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The Wages: Haaland reportedly earns a staggering €875,000 (£750,000) per week, a figure that reflects his status as the most lethal striker on the planet.
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The Performance: With 153 goals in 183 games for City, he remains Pep Guardiola’s indispensable crown jewel.
Why the Sudden PSG Interest?
The timing of PSG’s inquiry is no coincidence. While they are currently the champions of Europe, internal stability at the Parc des Princes has been rocked by their current talisman.
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The Dembele Dilemma: Ousmane Dembele, the 2025 Ballon d’Or winner, has reportedly seen his relationship with the club sour following a 3–1 loss to Rennes on February 13. Dembele publicly questioned his teammates’ fighting spirit, leading to a rift in the dressing room.
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The Fallout: While PSG claims their interest in Haaland is not directly linked to Dembele, the Frenchman is already being courted by Arsenal, Manchester United, and Chelsea. If Dembele exits, PSG will need an even bigger name to fill the void.
The La Liga Exit Route
Despite the 2034 expiry date, Real Madrid and Barcelona remain vigilant. Both Spanish giants believe Haaland’s contract contains specific release clauses that become active in the coming summers, potentially allowing him to move to La Liga for a fixed (albeit astronomical) fee.
“PSG is keeping their ear to the ground,” reports TEAMtalk. “They want to be the first in line if the Guardiola era at City shows any signs of slowing down.”