'It's a decision for Erling,' Borussia Dortmund CEO says of Haaland's impending departure transfer

By Matias Grez and Darren Lewis, CNN

Updated 2100 GMT (0500 HKT) May 9, 2022

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(CNN)The race to secure Erling Haaland's signature has been one of the most hotly-contested transfer sagas in recent memory — and it would seem to still be finally reaching its conclusion.

Multiple UK media outlets have reported that Manchester City will likely announce in the coming week that it has agreed a deal with Borussia Dortmund for the striker's services.Haaland's brute force, blistering pace and devastating finishing ability have made him one of the most sought-after players in the world, meaning Dortmund has been resigned to losing its star player ever since signing him in 2020.While many