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Manchester City’s striking phenomenon, Erling Haaland, stands as one of the most valuable footballers on the planet. As of October 2025, his market value is estimated to be around €180 million, a figure that places him at the pinnacle of the sport, ranking him as the most valuable player in the Premier League and for Manchester City. This valuation reflects his extraordinary goal-scoring record, his youth, and his long-term contract with one of the world’s wealthiest clubs.
A Footballing Phenomenon
Born in Leeds, England, on July 21, 2000, to former professional footballer Alf-Inge Haaland, Erling’s path to stardom seemed preordained. Moving to his parents’ hometown of Bryne, Norway, at the age of three, he honed his skills at the local club before progressing to Molde under the tutelage of Ole Gunnar Solskjær. His prolific scoring prowess soon caught the attention of European giants, and he made a move to Red Bull Salzburg in Austria. It was there that he announced himself on the world stage with breathtaking performances in the UEFA Champions League.
A subsequent move to Borussia Dortmund saw him continue his meteoric rise, scoring an incredible 86 goals in 89 appearances. In the summer of 2022, Manchester City secured his services, and he has since shattered numerous records, spearheading the club to a historic continental treble in his debut season.
Playing Style
Haaland is the archetypal modern striker, combining a formidable physical presence with explosive pace and an innate ability to find the back of the net. Standing at 1.95 meters (6 ft 5 in), he is a dominant force in the air, but it is his blistering speed and intelligent movement that truly set him apart. He excels at playing off the shoulder of the last defender, timing his runs to perfection to exploit spaces behind the opposition’s backline. His finishing is clinical and powerful, capable of scoring with both feet from any angle inside the box.
Career Statistics and Records
As of early October 2025, Haaland’s goal-scoring record is nothing short of remarkable. For Manchester City, he has surpassed the 100-goal mark in just over 105 appearances, a testament to his incredible consistency. His debut season in the Premier League saw him break the record for the most goals in a single season with 36.
For the Norwegian national team, he is already the all-time top scorer, having netted 48 goals in 45 appearances. His career club total stands at an impressive 273 goals in 342 matches, giving him an astonishing goal-per-game ratio of nearly 0.8.
Contract and Wages
In a clear statement of intent to build their future around him, Manchester City signed Haaland to a record-breaking ten-year contract in January 2025, tying him to the club until 2034. This long-term deal is one of the most lucrative in Premier League history, with a basic weekly wage reported to be in excess of £500,000. With bonuses and image rights included, his earnings are thought to rival those of the highest-paid players in world football.
Major Trophies and Individual Awards
Haaland’s trophy cabinet is already overflowing with both team and individual accolades.
Team Trophies:
* UEFA Champions League: 2022/23
* Premier League: 2022/23, 2023/24
* FA Cup: 2022/23
* UEFA Super Cup: 2023
* German Cup (DFB-Pokal): 2020/21
* Austrian Bundesliga: 2018/19, 2019/20
* Austrian Cup: 2018/19, 2019/20
Major Individual Awards:
* UEFA Men’s Player of the Year: 2022/23
* Premier League Player of the Season: 2022/23
* Premier League Young Player of the Season: 2022/23
* Premier League Golden Boot: 2022/23, 2023/24
* European Golden Shoe: 2022/23
* UEFA Champions League Top Scorer: 2020/21, 2022/23
* Golden Boy: 2020
Erling Haaland’s combination of age, unparalleled goal-scoring ability, and long-term commitment to a top club solidify his position as one of the most valuable and sought-after assets in world football. His relentless pursuit of goals and records suggests that his already immense market value will only continue to grow in the coming years.
What do you think he will be when he gets to messi and Ronaldo’s Age ?
