Erling Haaland became a viral sensation in the United States of America after his performances at the World Cup for Norway, with his popularity increasing even further after fans discovered a teenage girl who looked remarkably similar to the striker.
The unusual comparison helped Haaland gain more attention in the country, and it has raised questions about whether he could one day follow the path of other European stars by playing in Major League Soccer. Football continues to grow in popularity in the United States, especially after the country hosted the World Cup this summer.
Haaland’s future in the United States
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Haaland currently has a long contract with Manchester City that runs for almost a decade, meaning discussions about a possible move away from Europe are likely to be premature. However, the striker has previously spoken about the possibility of playing in the MLS.
According to [Talk Sport](https://talksport.com/football/world-cup/4433136/erling-haaland-mls-future-contract-manchester-city-soccer/), Haaland was asked previously whether he would consider moving to the MLS from Europe in the future. The striker has visited the USA several times for holidays, pre-season, and other commitments, but he explained that he had not considered making such a move.
Striker focused on Manchester City
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“No, I didn’t think that. I haven’t been a lot. I’ve been two times.
“I’m 23, so people are going over to the MLS and playing football there.
“I never thought of it because I’m young. I’m playing in Man City, you know? I basically just came here.”
Haaland’s comments show that his current focus remains on his career in Europe, where he continues to represent Manchester City. While a future move to the MLS cannot be ruled out, the striker appears focused on performing at the highest level with his current club.
The growth of football in the US could make the league an attractive destination for players later in their careers. However, Haaland still has many years ahead of him at the top level, and any potential move would depend on his future decisions.