Manchester City remain firm in their decision not to sell star striker Erling Haaland as they await the outcome of their appeal over financial breaches, according to new reports.
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Haaland is one of several superstars at the Etihad Stadium facing an uncertain future at the club, given the verdict delivered just over a week ago, which found City guilty on 114 of the 115 charges brought against them.
Manchester City have since lodged an appeal, and a new independent commission has 12 weeks to conduct a five-day hearing, which will put an end to this branch of the legal dispute between the club and the Premier League - though the complete end is thought to be some way off yet.
If the Abu Dhabi-owned outfit is found guilty after appeal, they could face a hefty points deduction, resulting in relegation, a substantial fine and a transfer embargo of an appropriate duration.
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has shown his full support for the football club amid the ongoing situation surrounding the Premier League and their guilty verdict issued last month.cityxtra.co.ukErling Haaland Offers Full Support and Allegiance to Man City Amid Guilty Premier League Verdict
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has shown his full support for the football club amid the ongoing situation surrounding the Premier League and their guilty verdict issued last month.
Man City holding ground on Haaland departure amid legal dispute with Premier League
Haaland returned to Manchester City training on Thursday, having left Norway’s camp early during the international break following a fatigue-related issue against Portugal last week.
Since his injury scare, the 26-year-old spent the early part of this week resting at his Marbella home ahead of a crucial and potentially explosive clash against Liverpool at Anfield, and Maresca confirmed the striker’s availability on Friday.
According to Football Insider, Haaland is on the radar of several top clubs across Europe as they wait for the outcome of Manchester City’s appeal, with Arsenal, Barcelona, and Real Madrid amongst the list of clubs interested.
But the Etihad club are extremely reluctant to sell one of its best players, as the forward, who has scored five goals in as many Premier League games so far this season, aims to win more silverware under Enzo Maresca until the end of his contract in 2034.
Haaland shows full support for Man City before huge Liverpool test on Merseyside
Sunday’s clash at Anfield welcomes the opportunity for three significant points in the early stages of the 2026/27 season but, more importantly, the chance for City to show solidarity and strength under the toughest circumstances.
This fixture puts both sides to the ultimate test every season, which is why City and Liverpool have dominated the English game for years - winning eight of the last nine Premier League titles.
Earlier this week, Haaland offered full support to the club amid their guilty top-flight verdict, showing just how much of a leader he has become in east Manchester; the same leadership skills that will be needed this weekend.
Throughout his career, he has scored eight goals in 11 appearances against Liverpool - his sixth-highest tally against any club - last time netting a hat-trick in April’s FA Cup win, providing City fans with confidence ahead of Sunday's 16:30 UK kick-off in Merseyside.