This archive report was first published on 18 December 2019.
December 18, 2019
Manchester United's pursuit of Red Bull Salzburg's Erling Haaland has taken a significant turn, with the 19-year-old striker spotted signing a Manchester United shirt on his official Instagram account.
Haaland, who has scored 28 goals in 22 appearances this term, has been linked with several European giants, including United, who are keen to bolster their attacking ranks when the transfer window reopens next month.
Reports on Tuesday night claimed that United are closing in on a £76m deal for Haaland, with the option to loan him back to Red Bull Salzburg for the remainder of the season.
Haaland's decision to pose with a Manchester United shirt has sparked speculation that he will indeed reject a move to other European powerhouses, including Borussia Dortmund, and pencil a move to Old Trafford.
Haaland's relationship with former Molde teammate Old Gunnar Solskjaer is believed to be a key factor in his potential move to Manchester United, with the striker keen on a reunion.
United have faced fierce competition from Red Bull Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund in the race to sign one of European football's hottest talents, but the Red Devils are prepared to pay what it takes to secure Haaland's signature.
