Erling Haaland Real Madrid transfer links surface amid Madrid presidency race as candidate Enrique Riquelme pledges to sign the Manchester City star if elected. Riquelme claims a deal with Haaland and his representatives is in place, prompting a strong denial from City, who state there is no contract and is considering legal action over use of Haaland’s image. Madrid’s election backdrop sees two candidates, Luis Florentino Perez and Riquelme, with Riquelme arguing a move would be legitimate in the election context. Haaland’s immediate focus remains Norway’s World Cup preparations, ahead of a long-term club future, including his recent nine-and-a-half-year contract with City and past success with the Champions League and Golden Boots.
Key highlights:
– Real Madrid presidency race features a bold Haaland pledge from candidate Enrique Riquelme.
– Manchester City publicly denies Haaland transfer talks and warns of potential legal action over image use.
– Haaland’s current priorities: World Cup with Norway, then pre-season back at City; long-term commitment to City confirmed by a decade-spanning contract.
– The situation is evolving as Riquelme plans talks with Haaland’s agent and City if elected, while Haaland’s representatives publicly downplay the rumors.
