City Fights Transfer Claims

Manchester City threatens Real Madrid challenger with legal action over Haaland transfer claims

Manchester City has threatened legal action against Real Madrid presidential challenger Enrique Riquelme after he told Spanish television that Erling Haaland would sign for Los Blancos if he wins the election, presenting a shirt with Haaland’s name and “Haaland 9” on it. City insists there is “no chance” of a Haaland move and says no contractual clause exists that would allow it, arguing that Riquelme’s campaign use of the player’s image and marketing rights could be actionable. The club’s response follows Haaland’s father and agent Rafaela Pimenta publicly dismissing the transfer claims. The episode is unfolding ahead of Real Madrid’s presidential vote, with City also signaling it is putting its focus on protecting its most valuable assets and intellectual property amid the Spanish media buzz. City’s statement also referenced the broader rumors surrounding Haaland and the club’s players, underscoring that it views the public promises as misleading rather than plausible negotiations.

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