Bayern president Hainer leaves door open to future Haaland move
Bayern Munich president Herbert Hainer has left open the possibility of a future move for Manchester City striker Erling Haaland, while insisting the German champions have no immediate need to reshape their attack.
Haaland has been linked with Bayern amid uncertainty over Manchester City’s status following findings that the club committed serious financial breaches and failed to cooperate with the Premier League during the period from 2009-10 to 2017-18. The potential consequences include relegation, although Haaland remains under contract at the Etihad Stadium until June 2034.
Bayern content with current forward options
Hainer pointed to Vincent Kompany’s existing attacking resources when asked whether Bayern were preparing a move for the Norway international.
“With Kane, Michael Olise, Luis Diaz and the others, we have an outstanding attacking line,” Hainer said. “We scored more than 120 goals last season, so I believe we are very well set in attack.”
Bayern’s view is that they are not presently required to enter the market for another leading centre-forward. Harry Kane remains their principal No. 9, though his current deal is due to end in 2027.
Haaland option not ruled out
- Haaland established himself as one of Europe’s most prolific strikers during his time at Borussia Dortmund before joining Manchester City.
- He has since committed to City on a contract running through June 2034.
- The 25-year-old has begun the current campaign strongly, scoring eight goals in his first eight appearances.
- City’s disciplinary case has nevertheless added uncertainty around the club’s longer-term outlook, with demotion among the possible outcomes.
- Hainer said Bayern’s position could change once the club are considering their forward line several years from now.
“If we are talking about the future in a few years, the situation will be different and we will see,” Hainer said.
That stance stops short of suggesting Bayern are planning an immediate approach, but it keeps Haaland in the conversation as a possible long-term successor should Kane eventually depart or the club’s attacking requirements change.
