Manchester City is actively negotiating a new contract with star striker Erling Haaland, aiming to make him the highest-paid player in the Premier League. Despite rumors, the new deal is not expected to include a Real Madrid-specific release clause, though a general release clause is likely. Haaland, whose current contract runs until 2027, has expressed interest in a potential future move to Real Madrid or Barcelona. His performance has been exceptional, scoring 97 goals in 102 appearances for City. Alan Shearer, while praising Haaland as the best striker in the world, remains skeptical about him breaking his Premier League goal record due to uncertainties around Manchester City's future.