Manchester City have made Erling Haaland their transfer priority for the summer, according to reports.
Pep Guardiola’s side continue to be linked with a move for Lionel Messi, who could be on his way out of Barcelona at the end of the season.
Messi is out of contract on June 30, with City battling PSG for the Argentina international’s signature.
The signing of the six-time Ballon d’Or winner would be a major coup for the club, but the chance to bring Messi to the Etihad Stadium is seen as a bonus.
Indeed, 90min reports that City’s pursuit of a new striker does not depend on the outcome of their attempt to land Messi.
Even if City’s all-time leading goalscorer does extend his stay in Manchester, City are expected to try and secure a long-term replacement.
The club have already been in touch with the striker’s family, including Alfe-Inge Haaland, Erling’s father and a former City player.
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