Manchester City News
By Srinivas Sadhanand
Published on 2024-09-18 15:00:00
Marc Casado, a Barcelona player who came through the ranks at the club, understands what it takes to play for the Spanish giants. Under coach Hansi Flick, he has become a regular starter this season. Barcelona and Manchester City share similar footballing philosophies, with players moving between the two clubs frequently. Casado, speaking as if he were Barcelona’s sporting director Deco, expressed his desire to sign Erling Haaland, highlighting the Norwegian striker as a dream signing for the club. However, despite Barcelona’s strong start to the season, they may struggle to compete with Real Madrid and City in major competitions, making it less likely for Haaland to consider a move to the Catalan club.
Players like Eric Garcia, Sergio Aguero, Ferran Torres, and Ilkay Gundogan have all moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, indicating a connection between the two clubs. The influence of Pep Guardiola, who has managed all these players, is evident in this trend. Haaland, despite being a top target for Barcelona, may not see the club as a step-up from his current situation, with City and Real Madrid being stronger contenders in competitions like La Liga and the Champions League. While Barcelona players like Casado and Pedri express admiration for Haaland, the reality of the club’s current competitive position may not align with the striker’s ambitions.
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