Erling Haaland, who came into this world on July 21st, 2000 in Leeds, England, is one of the hottest football stars today. Alf-Inge Haaland, his father and a former pro player himself, inspired him to start young. Erling started his career in Norway with Bryne FK and then at Molde FK.
Erling Haaland’s first professional appearance was with Bryne FK, who play in Norway’s second tier. He strung together some phenomenal performances. That eventually landed him at Molde FK, a first-division Norwegian side where he upped his game even further. He then made the move to Austria in 2019, signing with Red Bull Salzburg. Where he had an immediate impact scoring at a rapid rate domestically and in Europe. In January 2020, he played so well and scored goals like a machine. That his transfer to Borussia Dortmund was only a question of time.
Career & Accomplishments
Erling Haaland was also a clinical finisher at Borussia Dortmund. Scoring 86 times in just 89 games, he quickly earned a reputation as one of the most prolific strikers in all of Europe. He moved to Manchester City in 2022 and has since kept on resetting the record books. The previous aggregate was set by Haaland himself in his inaugural Premier League season (2022/23). Which saw him net 36 times. He banged in 27 goals the following campaign. Despite missing a chunk of the first half of the season through injury. Legendary figures like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo set up their seasons in layers. One topping the other month after month, so gradually that only in retrospect can you see the accumulation of multiple worlds.
Injury Updates
It had not been all easy for Erling Haaland in his profession as he has faced injury issues before. Then in December 2023, he suffered a foot injury that kept him out for nearly two months. In January 2024, he returned to action and made a big impact for Manchester City. In November 2024, Haaland had been plagued by an injury scare whilst training ahead of a Champions League tie with Sporting Lisbon. He was pictured holding his leg and appearing to be in great pain, causing early doubts about his availability for upcoming games.
Net Worth and Earnings
Erling Haaland had a net worth of roughly $40 million in 2024. It is supplemented by a reported £850,000-a-week salary at Manchester City. Haaland also commands high-profile endorsement deals, including a lucrative contract with Nike worth an estimated £200 million over the course of more than decade. York Promotions, the firm through which he operates, disclosed £12million worth of assets.
Breaking news & latest updates
Last November, Real Madrid were reported to have lined up a €200 million bid for Haaland if one of their star players left next summer. Haaland is one of the most highly coveted players in football, which makes this possible move all the more significant. On the homefront, Haaland has been spotted house-hunting in Cheshire with his girlfriend Isabel Haugseng Johansen — fuelling speculation that they are keen to expand their family. And Haaland’s recent goal celebrations, in which he has mimicked sucking his thumb and holding the ball under his belly, have also sparked speculation about them expecting their first child.
