There has been a lot of talk about Pep Guardiola's possible departure from Manchester City, but it seems that the reality is completely different. His contract ends in 2025 and in England there are already rumors of a possible renewal for one more season, definitively ending his contract in 2026 , when he will complete a decade there. Joan Laporta remains attentive to this scenario, but it's already beginning to become clear that he will have to say farewell to Erling Haaland.
Erling Haaland is the player that Barça is looking to reinforce the attack in the near future , but everyone knows that his future will be linked to that of Guardiola. By deciding to stay in Manchester until 2026, the Norwegian would opt to stay there for another season. This would make it impossible for him to possibly sign for FC Barcelona, something that Laporta has been wanting since he won the elections years ago.
Laporta is pulling out all the stops to ensure that Haaland, one day, wears the Barça jersey. Although he is optimistic, he knows that this hypothetical arrival would've to be delayed until 2026, when Pep Guardiola will leave Manchester City.
In any case, Laporta is willing to wait. If this scenario comes to pass, the Barça president is clear about the plan to follow. With the economy in better condition, he would present Erling Haaland as his galactic transfer to achieve re-election in 2026 , when his current mandate will end. He will make it clear on the club's table that he is the only one who could bring him to the Catalan club.
Guardiola Will Remain in Manchester until 2026: Laporta Prepares His Plan to Sign Erling Haaland
Joan Laporta faces a significant challenge in his bid to sign Erling Haaland . With an estimated cost of €150 million , the transfer of the striker would require a meticulous financial strategy. To finance this operation, the Barça president is considering the sale of 2 of his most valuable players.
Frenkie de Jong, a 27-year-old Dutch midfielder, has been a key player in Barça's squad. However, his market value, estimated at between 60 and 80 million euros, makes him an attractive asset for other European clubs. Selling Frenkie wouldn't only provide a considerable financial injection, but would also alleviate the team's wage bill, allowing Joan Laporta to sign Erling Haaland.
Christensen, 28, has shown solidity in the Barça defense. With a market value of between 30 and 40 million euros, his transfer would contribute significantly to the club's coffers. Although his departure would imply the need to strengthen the defense, the priority of transfer Erling Haaland justifies Joan Laporta's decision.
He has time on his hands. In fact, Guardiola has given his friend Joan Laporta valuable time to draw up the definitive plan to sign Erling Haaland for Barça . Nike can help.