The City striker has been on a one-way trajectory since scoring on his professional debut at age 16 for Norwegian side Molde

Erling Haaland’s mammoth contract extension with Manchester City took the soccer world by surprise. Which suits him just fine.

So Erling Haaland caused quite a stir when he signed his latest contract, which ties him to Manchester City for nine and a half years. It’s the longest contract in Premier League history, and a significant statement for both club and player.

How Haaland's contract was agreed, who was involved and why the striker decided to sign up for nine and a half years

Erling Haaland has signed a new 10-year contract at Manchester City that ties him to the Premier League champions until 2034.

Erling Haaland has recently extended his contract at Etihad Stadium to nine and a half years, playing for Manchester City until he turned 34 in 2034. Manchester City star striker Erling Haaland has publicly ruled out the possibility of getting transferred to Real Madrid or Barcelona in the future.

The Manchester City striker has just signed a new deal until 2034, and if he stays he could break Alan Shearer’s Premier League record of 260 goals.

Manchester City has tied down Erling Haaland on one of the biggest contracts in soccer. Here are the numbers to show why City has gone all out with a new 9 1/2-year deal for the Norway striker.