Man City star relieved he's not facing Erling Haaland for years in epic reaction to deal
dailystar.co.ukErling Haaland after Manchester City confirmed they had agreed to a 'deal in principle' for the Norweigian.The centre-back made the joke in response to City's announcement about the deal on Twitter.
The Spaniard tweeted: "Happy not to be running after this guy for the next couple of years. Welcome, Erling!"Laporte was the only member of City's backline to welcome their new superstar to the blue half of Manchester.
Kyle Walker also responded to the tweet with a welcome message: "Welcome Erling, looking forward to getting to work! @ErlingHaaland!"Haaland's transfer saga came to an end on Tuesday afternoon, and the Norwegian's next destination was confirmed as Pep Guardiola's side.European sides had been on red alert after it emerged that Haaland has a £54million release clause in his Borussia Dortmund contract.
And despite being linked with most big sides on the continent, Haaland elected to move to City.Reports suggest the Norwegian was keen to work with Guardiola, while his boyhood links to the side also played a factor. Do you think Haaland will be a success at City?
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