Imagine Erling Haaland playing at Barcelona instead of Manchester City? Well, it could be a reality according to Manchester United legend Paul Scholes. This comes in the wake of City's possible relegation as punishment after the financial investigation.

Bold Prediction by Paul Scholes

For the unversed, an independent Premier League commission found Manchester City guilty of serious financial rule breaches. On October 1, City appealed and the disciplinary process is ongoing. If points are docked, they will end up relegated for some time from the EPL. Speaking on the podcast The Good, The Bad & The Football, Scholes made his bold prediction even though he admitted that Haaland appeared suited to Real Madrid.

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“Barcelona. Although he looks like a Real Madrid player. I can easily picture him in a Real Madrid shirt, but he’ll go to Barça,” he said.

How Long is Erling Haaland Supposed to Be with Manchester City

What makes this prediction really bold is that Haaland is committed to City. He signed a new contract with the club in 2025 and it is till 2034. So, the United legend's words may have little or no impact. But one can never tell.

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Erling Haaland's Manchester City Success

Haaland helped City win the EPL in 2023 and 2024. He joined the club in 2022 from Borussia Dortmund. Winning consecutive EPL titles is a big deal. He also was part of City's successful UEFA Champions League campaign in 2023.

Erling Haaland on National Duty

Haaland is currently representing Norway in the UEFA Nations League. He helped them make it to the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarters with seven goals in four games.