Pep Guardiola has agreed to extend his contract with Manchester City for another year. A decision that directly influences Erling Haaland's future.
Real Madrid and FC Barcelona were already negotiating with Rafaela Pimienta, Haaland's manager, about his future away from Manchester.
Pep's Continuity Keeps Haaland Away from Real Madrid and Barça
The Norwegian striker was clear about it. If Pep Guardiola was leaving Manchester City, he would too. In fact, he signed for City because Guardiola was his coach.
Pep's decision to extend his stay at the Etihad Stadium for another year has collateral effects. It means Haaland is closer to extending his contract with City until June 2027.
Guardiola has decided to stay at Manchester City at a delicate moment, when his team shows weakness. This is something unusual in his nine years as a cityzen. He is also staying to lead the team forward and finish the season with titles.
Furthermore, Pep remains in Manchester despite the heavy sanctions that could be imposed on his club for irregularities with Financial Fair Play.
Pep is the most successful coach in the history of the Cityzens club. 6 Premier League, 3 Community Shield, 4 Carabao Cup, 3 FA Cup, 1 Club World Cup, 1 European Super Cup and 1 Champions League make up his titles.
Haaland's Renewal is Imminent
He is also the coach who's won the most titles in the last decade. Haaland values his decision and now he's fully in favor of continuing at Manchester City.
He is in total harmony with Pep and will not listen to any offers. Now he knows that he can work for another year under the Catalan coach.
Real Madrid and FC Barcelona were trying to sign Haaland. Real Madrid was planning to corner the market with a new star. Barça wanted to make him the heir to Lewandowski and the main attraction to fill the new Camp Nou.
But Haaland is now further away from Spanish soccer than ever. Pep is still at Manchester City and so is Haaland. The Norwegian's renewal with City is imminent.