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Liverpool are serious Contenders for the signature of Erling Haaland

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Liverpool has emerged as a serious Contender for the signature of Erling Haaland. The Reds are reportedly one of the leading clubs to land the Norwegian Striker next year. Haaland has presented himself as a lethal Number 9, and his performances since his Salzburg days have not gone Unnoticed. Given his age and the quality he brings into the team has attracted several elite European clubs.

The Merseyside area is in sensational form this season, as well as they, sit second in the Premier League table. Meanwhile, they have fallen behind by 3 points in the race for the PL title after a scintillating draw against Spurs last week. However, Liverpool is still going strong in other competitions, including the UEFA Champions League and the (EFL) Carabao Cup.

Jurgen Klopp’s side did not lose a single game in the UCL group stages. They have also booked their place in the Carabao Cup semi-final against Arsenal. Liverpool does not have the Financial might as other teams have going into the mix for Haaland, but they are interested in signing a new number nine next summer. If they land the Norwegian at Anfield next season, they will have a mouthwatering front 3 which can destroy any team in Europe.

Can Liverpool sign Erling Haaland amid interests from Rich clubs from all over Europe

Haaland is definitely one of the most exciting strikers in the world. The 21-year-old has no shortage of admirers all over Europe with clubs including Real Madrid, Manchester United and Manchester City. His ability to find the back of the net from any situation is remarkable. Given his age, all the clubs can tie him down to a long-term contract.

A lot of clubs tried to sign him earlier this year but Dortmund’s asking price was €175 Million. Therefore, all the Clubs backed out from signing him this summer as they will until 2022 when his asking price will go down to €75 Million. Meanwhile, Haaland’s Agent Mino Raiola will also charge a Fee of €40 Million for brokering a Move for the Norwegian.

Real Madrid’s president ruled out a move for Haaland next summer after reports suggested that he will ultimately end up signing for an English club. Meanwhile, contract talks with Mohamed Salah are still going and Liverpool can make new signings in a bid to please their star player. The Egyptian has reportedly asked for assurance that the squad will be reinforced next year.

Haaland’s £64m release clause will activate next summer and it is expected that a wide number of teams will be interested in making a move. The Norwegian has scored 19 goals in 16 appearances for Dortmund in all competitions this season.

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