Overview
- Haaland reiterated on The Rest Is Football podcast that he is calm, focused and happy at City after talks with club leaders about the years ahead.
- The Athletic’s reporting, cited by UK outlets, says his January 2025 extension removed any release clause, countering prior claims of a Real Madrid‑favoured exit route.
- He said he knew Pep Guardiola would remain for at least the near term, with the manager currently contracted to 2027.
- Haaland acknowledged the pressure to deliver, saying City would have to replace him if he stopped scoring the goals they require.
- The 25-year-old recently became the fastest player to reach 100 Premier League goals (111 appearances) and has 20 goals this season across competitions.