Manchester City denies Riquelme’s claim about Haaland's future

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Last updated Jun 4, 2026

Manchester City denies Riquelme’s claim about Haaland's future
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Manchester City has firmly rejected claims by Enrique Riquelme regarding Erling Haaland's future, asserting that the statements are false. Riquelme, a candidate for the Real Madrid presidency, suggested he had reached a deal with Haaland. City has stated there is no contractual clause allowing for Haaland's departure, and legal action is being considered regarding the use of the player's image. Alfie Haaland and agent Rafaela Pimenta responded to the claims with an ironic statement dismissing the rumors.

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  • City refutes Riquelme's claims about Haaland joining Real Madrid.
  • Legal action against Riquelme is under consideration by Manchester City.
  • Riquelme reportedly claimed to have a deal with Haaland.
  • Haaland's representatives called the statements 'entertaining' but untrue.
  • City insists no negotiations over Haaland's departure will occur.
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  • 8:49 AMESPN SoccerCity warn Madrid with legal action over Haaland
  • 8:40 AMYahoo SportsManchester City considering legal action against Enrique Riquelme over Haaland transfer claims
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Enrique Riquelme held Madrid shirt with Haaland’s name City bid rejected for Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson Manchester City are considering legal action against Enrique Riquelme after the Real Madrid presidential candidate held up a Madrid shirt with Erling Haaland’s name on the back during a TV appearance in which he claimed a clause in the striker’s contract would allow him to sign Haaland if elected. On Wednesday Riquelme said that Haaland, who agreed a record nine-and-a-half-year deal in January 2025, wanted to join Real. The Spanish businessman also promised that Rodri would leave City for the record 15-times European champions. Continue reading...

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Manchester City are considering legal action after Real Madrid presidential candidate Enrique Riquelme claimed he would sign Erling Haaland if elected. Spanish businessman Riquelme made the remarks during a television appearance on Wednesday as he promoted his bid to become Real Madrid president ahead of Sunday’s election.

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Manchester City are contemplating taking legal action after a Real Madrid presidential candidate promised to sign their striker Erling Haaland. A swift denial was issued in a joint statement by Haaland's father and agent, before City rubbished the suggestion.

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