Erling Haaland next club choices 'confirmed' and more Manchester City transfer rumours

Every transfer window is an opportunity for Manchester City to make a statement as they always hope to contend for the biggest available players on the market. Since becoming the super power that they have established themselves as being over the last 10 years, City have more often than not made splashes on big names players - offering them the opportunity to play in the Premier League and for one of the greatest managers in world football.

This summer will be no different, with City highly expected to be in the market for a striker after choosing not to replace the legendary Sergio Aguero - and two names will be at the forefront.

Erling Haaland's release clause might just be the worst kept secret in football. Arguably the greatest centre forward prospect we've seen in decades, the Norweigan is set to become available for just £66 million - an absolute steal for the player that he his.

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Just 21 years old, Haaland has scored 80 goals and added 21 assists in just 79 games for Borussia Dortmund - quickly elevating himself as the most sought after player in world football - alongside Kylian Mbappe.

It has been reported that Haaland is now only considering joining two clubs - Real Madrid or Manchester City. And today, the Daily Mail has reported that both teams will indeed make their move for the Norweigan this summer, which will see a bidding war between the two giants.

Mbappe is also highly expected to join Real Madrid this summer, with the 23-year-old being available on a free transfer after letting his contract expire from PSG. Should Mbappe choose to join Real, the Spanish giants may be forced to concede Haaland to