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Daniel Orme

Erling Haaland admits Arsenal star could have won Footballer of the Year ahead of him

Erling Haaland has suggested that Arsenal rival and international teammate Martin Odegaard could have been named Football Writers' Footballer of the Year.

The Manchester City striker scooped the annual Football Writers’ Association award on Thursday evening following a stunning campaign. He has scored an eye-watering 52 goals during his debut campaign in England following a move from Borussia Dortmund - 36 of those coming in the Premier League.

The goalscoring form has Pep Guardiola ’s side on the precipice of an historic treble. The Premier League title has already been secured, whilst City also have places in both the Champions League and FA Cup final.

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