Norway footballer Erling Braut Haaland (born 21 July 2000) is currently playing as a striker for Manchester City in the Premier League and representing Norway at international level. His athleticism, speed, and finishing make him a well-known figure. Haaland was a member of Bryne’s reserve and senior teams while growing up in the youth system. In 2017, he moved to Molde and played for their reserve team, where he spent two seasons. In January 2019, Haaland joined Austrian Bundesliga side Red Bull Salzburg, who won two league titles and one Austrian Cup. He joined Borussia Dortmund in the German Bundesliga in December 2019 and won the DFB-Pokal in 2020-21.
Real Name/Full Name | Erling Braut Haaland |
Date Of Birth | 21 July 2000 |
Age | 24 years old |
Birthplace | Leeds, United Kingdom |
Nationality | British |
Religion | Christianity |
Zodiac sign | Virgo |
Height | 6 feet 5 inch |
Weight | 88 kg |
Marital Status | Not Married |
Siblings | Gabriella, and Astor |
Profession | Professional Footballer |
Net worth | $50 Million |
Biography
Leeds, West Yorkshire, England is the birthplace of Erling Haaland, who became a professional footballer on July 21, 2000. Alfie Haaland, who was his father, was a player for Leeds United in the Premier League at that time. At the age of three, Erling and his family relocated to Bryne, Norway, which is their ancestral hometown.
At a young age, Haaland displayed a love for sports, especially football. At an early age, he began playing football and took part in other sports such as handball, golf, and track and field. His athletic abilities were evident even as a child, and he reportedly achieved a world record in the standing long jump for his age category when he was five years old.
Personal Life
Haaland tends to keep his personal life relatively private. Isabel Haugseng Johansen, who is also a football enthusiast from his hometown of Bryne, has been dating him. Over the course of several years, the couple has been together and share a deep bond due to their shared love for sports. Haaland’s first child will be born in late 2024, which will add a new dimension to his life both on and off the field.
Career
Haaland honed his goal-scoring abilities while playing for Bryne FK’s reserve team, scoring 18 goals in 14 matches. His impressive performance led to him being promoted to the first team and making his debut at the age of 15. In 2017, he made the move to Molde FK, managed by Ole Gunnar Solskjr, where he developed and scored 14 goals in 39 games.
Haaland made a signing with Austrian club Red Bull Salzburg in January 2019. During his time at Salzburg, he achieved remarkable accomplishments, such as being the first teenager to score in five consecutive UEFA Champions League matches. Top European clubs were interested in him due to his 29 goals in 27 appearances. He scored 62 goals in 67 Bundesliga appearances after joining Borussia Dortmund in December 2019.
In the summer of 2022, Haaland achieved a personal goal by joining Manchester City, the club his father used to be a member of. His debut season was nothing short of spectacular; he broke the Premier League record for most goals in a single season, scoring 36 times and playing a crucial role in Manchester City’s treble-winning campaign.
Haaland’s central role in Manchester City’s attacking lineup remains unchanged as of January 2025. Despite the challenges, which include a dip in the team’s form, he continues to be a prolific scorer, making a significant contribution to City’s recent victories. Haaland scored twice against West Ham in their match, which brings his total to nine goals in six Premier League games against the Hammers.
Net Worth
Erling Haaland’s net worth has been estimated to be over $50 million. His career as a footballer has been the source of his wealth. A young boy who is 24 years old has achieved success in life and is now a millionaire.
Social Media
Social Media | Username | Followers/Subscribers |
@erling | 38.4M | |
X (Twitter) | @ErlingHaaland | 6.6M |
@erlinghaaland | 17M |