Overview

• Multiple outlets report that Real Madrid have sounded out Erling Haaland’s representatives to gauge a future transfer.
• There is no formal bid or public confirmation from either club or the player, and the discussions are described as exploratory.
• Coverage suggests Madrid could fund any approach by selling Vinicius Junior to a Saudi club for up to €250m, a scenario that remains uncertain.
• Manchester City are said to be unwilling to sell and Haaland is not pushing to leave, reinforcing the difficulty of any deal under his long-term contract.
• Reports frame Haaland as a potential Vinicius replacement and possible partner for Kylian Mbappé, citing his 136 goals in 155 City appearances as the sporting rationale.