After months of negotiations and endless speculation, Manchester City announced on Tuesday that they have agreed a deal with Borussia Dortmund to sign Erling Haaland.
City have informed Dortmund of their intention to activate the £51m release clause in the striker's contract. In a statement City said that the "transfer remains subject to the Club finalising terms with the player," although after months of negotiations that will be a formality.
The news brought an end to a transfer saga that has rumbled on for the best part of nine months, with Haaland's most likely destination constantly switching between City and Real Madrid. Much has been made - particularly by the Spanish press - about Haaland's desire to one day play for Los Blancos, but ultimately City have won the race.
