Erling Haaland is reportedly losing patience with Manchester City’s project and wants Barcelona to step up their interest in him soon.
The Citizens won a fourth successive Premier League title last season but this time around they have struggled under Guardiola.
Manchester City Guardiola’s side currently have just one win in 11 games in all competitions, falling to fifth in the Premier League table.
They are nine points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool – who are not expected to challenge for the title this season – and Arne Slott’s side have a game in hand against Manchester City.
It’s an unprecedented situation for Pep Guardiola’s side and the pressure appears to be taking its toll on the Manchester City boss, with the Catalans insisting he is their problem. Sunday’s derby loss to Manchester United 2-1.
Haaland, who has been criticized at times this season, has brought some comfort to City fans with 18 goals in 23 games this season.
Barcelona and Real Madrid are reportedly interested in him When he finally decided to leave Manchester City, with his services at his disposal, it was not expected to be soon as his future was assessed at the start of the season.
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However, reports in Spain claim that Haaland “can no longer stand Guardiola and has asked to speed up negotiations with Barcelona ahead of a possible transfer”.
The Norway international is said to be “disappointed” and “very frustrated” with the current situation at City and “it wouldn’t be surprising to see rumors of a potential sacking” if things continue to go in the wrong direction for Guardiola.
It is claimed that “poor results have tarnished the atmosphere in the dressing room” and Haaland is “seriously considering saying goodbye” to City.
The report adds that the Manchester City striker “no longer believes in the current project and has therefore rejected all offers to renew his contract”. He also asked his agent, Rafaela Pimenta, to start contacting other teams. Among his possible destinations, the option of ultimately choosing Barcelona remains.
Barcelona president Joan Laporta and sporting director Deco “still hope to bring him to Camp Nou”. This dream is now more possible than ever”.
Haaland remains the Catalan giants’ favorite to succeed Robert Lewandowski, with the Poland international’s contract expiring at the end of the season.
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