For the stadium opening

Barca boss plans mega-deal with Erling Haaland

Barcelona president Joan Laporta wants to get Erling Haaland.(Bild: AFP, krone.at-mrgrafik)

Is Manchester City superstar Erling Haaland moving to financially struggling FC Barcelona? According to Spain's "Sport" newspaper, president Joan Laporta has been pursuing this mega-deal for some time.

The reason: Laporta wants to reopen the newly renovated Camp Nou with a superstar. The Barca Arena has been undergoing renovations since the summer of 2022 and is set to host matches again next year. Then, according to the president, Europe's biggest soccer stadium will also be home to the biggest striker in Europe. But how will Barcelona afford Haaland?

The plan seems clear, but whether it can be implemented is questionable. Laporta is apparently hoping for a big bang at Manchester City. A lawsuit is underway against the English champions for alleged financial violations. There is even the threat of expulsion from the Premier League, Haaland would then probably be available on a free transfer.

20.5 million euros per year
Barcelona would "only" have to pay the salary for Lewandowski's successor. This is currently said to be around 20.5 million euros per year. If Laporta's plan actually works out, his re-election should be assured ...