Barcelona are preparing an approach for a potential summer 2027 move for Manchester City striker Erling Haaland, with president Joan Laporta keen to establish contact with the Norway international’s representatives.
The Catalan club believe Haaland could begin considering his future at Manchester City next year. However, Barcelona do not intend to negotiate a transfer immediately. Instead, their initial aim is to understand the 26-year-old’s plans and the possible terms of any future contract.
Laporta wants to meet Haaland’s agents and open discussions with the player’s entourage. Barcelona’s strategy is to begin work well ahead of any potential transfer, ensuring they have established contacts and a clearer understanding of the situation before other leading European clubs enter the race.
If Haaland decides to leave Manchester City, Barcelona expect significant competition for his signature. The club therefore believes early preparation could improve its chances of completing a deal should the transfer become possible.
The main obstacle is likely to be the financial demands involved. Barcelona would need time to create sufficient room for Haaland within their wage structure, while also preparing for the overall cost of acquiring one of the world’s most highly valued strikers.
Laporta believes Haaland’s arrival could transform both Barcelona’s sporting prospects and their commercial standing.
Haaland’s contract with Manchester City runs until the middle of 2034. Transfermarkt values the Norwegian striker at 220 million euros.
Real Madrid have also been identified as a club targeting Haaland.