Two more superstars are also having their futures decided by City.
Now, Manchester City will work harder to persuade Erling Haaland to follow Pep Guardiola and sign a new contract.
The Premier League champions hope that by extending their stay by at least a year, manager Guardiola would be able to persuade superstar Haaland to accept a huge £100 million deal.
3Man City are hoping to tie Erling Haaland down to a new dealCredit: Getty
Haaland is the Cityzens next target after agreeing a contract extension with manager Pep GuardiolaCredit: GettyIn theory, Guardiola has agreed to a new 12-month contract with the possibility of an extension through the summer of 2027.It’s thought that the Catalan’s new contract doesn’t have any release provisions in case City is demoted after being found guilty of the Prem’s 115 charges for alleged financial rule violations.Barcelona has been linked to the Norwegian striker, who now leads City with 105 goals.With two and a half years remaining on a contract earning £375,000 per week before bonuses, Haaland, 24, joined in 2022. With his weekly salary, he will earn over £20 million annually.at an extension, Haaland would stay at City for a another four or five years, earning him almost £100 million before bonuses are taken into consideration.The leaders of Etihad and Guardiola would be thrilled to have him pledge his long-term future to them.Additionally, Haaland stated last week while on duty with Norway: “I hope Pep signs a new contract.” Over the first two and a half years, he has been significant to me.I hope he stays for a while. I really like Pep, and I hope he feels the same way about me.
A look at the Premier League’s top earners at the momentDue to his contract expiring in the summer, City must make a significant decision on talisman Kevin De Bruyne.The 33-year-old Belgian midfielder has struggled with injuries in recent years.If he chooses to remain at the Etihad after ten years, he may have to accept a smaller role and lower pay, but he will be free to start negotiations with overseas clubs in January.Rodri, the winner of the Ballon d’Or, is also expected to receive a new contract offer. He will be present at City’s match against Tottenham on Saturday.In the meantime, Guardiola’s contract does not include a get-out clause in the event that City is demoted by the Premier League the following season.A decision is anticipated in the spring following an ongoing hearing into the 115 alleged violations of financial regulations.City is likely to get a hefty points punishment if proven guilty, which might result in them losing their top-flight standing.Pep, however, has stated that he would be content to remain and start the ascent back to the top; he even joked that he would be delighted to play up front against club greats Paul Dickov and Mike Summerbee.FA executives will undoubtedly be interested in the terms of his deal, which is said to be worth about £20 million every season.
They approached Pep in the summer about succeeding Gareth Southgate but he told them he would not break a contract with his employers.
Now he has a break clause in summer 2026, when Thomas Tuchel’s initial 18-month contract as England boss expires.
Man City are also deciding the future of superstar duo Kevin De Bruyne and RodriCredit: Getty