Erling Haaland has shocked some Manchester City supporters after openly revealing his close friendship with Liverpool midfielder.
The Norwegian striker, known for his ruthless finishing and goal-scoring consistency, has become a cult hero at the Etihad Stadium since joining from Borussia Dortmund in 2022.
City fans have grown accustomed to watching Haaland deliver week after week in the Premier League and Champions League, and many view him as untouchable in Pep Guardiola’s squad.
However, what has caught supporters by surprise is his admission that one of his best friends in football currently plays for one of Manchester City’s fiercest rivals.
Haaland Names Szoboszlai as One of His Closest Friends
Speaking in a short interview with the UEFA Champions League on TikTok, Haaland was asked to name the players he considers his closest companions in the sport.
Without hesitation, he said: “Dominik Szoboszlai, Jack Grealish, Jude Bellingham.”
While many City fans expected to hear Grealish’s name, a player who has shared dressing room and memorable moments with him—the inclusion of Szoboszlai, a Liverpool player, was what raised eyebrows.
However, it should be noted that Haaland and Szoboszlai’s relationship goes beyond the current Premier League rivalry.
The pair were teammates at RB Salzburg in Austria, where they built a strong bond both on and off the pitch.
They remained in close contact even after Haaland moved to Borussia Dortmund and Szoboszlai eventually joined RB Leipzig before sealing his switch to Liverpool.
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Meanwhile, the revelation highlights the human side of football, where friendships often transcend the heated rivalries that dominate the game.
For Haaland, loyalty to friends like Szoboszlai remains as important as his dedication to Manchester City’s cause.
Like Haaland, Szoboszlai is enjoying life in England. The midfilder has become a very important player for the Reds, helping them to secure the league title over Manchester City last season.
