Man City must ‘stick together’ during crisis, says Haaland

Erling Haaland, the Manchester City striker, has urged his team to "stick together" during the ongoing crisis after being found guilty of breaking Premier League financial rules. Haaland, who signed a contract with City until 2034 last year, emphasized the importance of unity for the entire squad, which could potentially face severe consequences, such as a points penalty or even expulsion from the Premier League, due to the over £900 million (£1.2 billion) inflated revenue and cost-cutting between 2009 and 2018.

Speaking to the club's website, Haaland stressed the need to remain positive, focus on playing football, and enjoy the situation. Despite his future being uncertain, Haaland expressed his deep attachment to City and its fans, acknowledging their support as a fellow fan. Manager Enzo Maresca echoed Haaland's plea for unity, stating that the club trusts the decision-making process and that the players are focused solely on their performance on the field, dismissing the noise surrounding the situation.

City has started the Premier League season with a perfect record, winning their first five games, and Maresca remains confident in the team's ability to maintain their lead.