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Matt C Jones

Mino Raiola releases Erling Haaland transfer statement amid Liverpool and Barcelona rumours

The agent for Borussia Dortmund sensation Erling Haaland has said the forward may bide his time when it comes to making a decision over his future.

Liverpool are one of a number of elite European clubs to be linked with the Norway international, who has developed into one of the game's best goalscorers over the last couple of years.

In addition to the Reds, the likes of Barcelona, Real Madrid, Manchester City, Chelsea and Manchester United have all been mentioned as possible suitors for Haaland.

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It has been widely reported the Dortmund striker has a clause in his contract that would allow him to leave if a bid of £64 million is lodged this summer.

With 27 goals in 28 Bundesliga outings last season and 13 goals from 11 appearances in the current campaign, Dortmund are unlikely to be short of buyers for their prize asset.

It means Haaland will have his pick of clubs and it's been reported recently that Barcelona are desperate to sign the 21-year-old. However, their crippling financial plight may hinder any approach.

Mino Raiola was asked about the prospect of Haaland waiting until Barcelona's fiscal situation had improved before making a move and the agent said there are still a lot of options open for the former Red Bull Salzburg star.

"Could Haaland wait for Barcelona? He can wait for anybody," he told NOS (h/t AS ).

"We'll look for the best option for him and I can't rule out another year at Dortmund. Theoretically, that's still possible."

While Barcelona's current struggles may make them a less desirable option than the likes of City and Liverpool at the moment, Raiola did say he expects the Blaugrana to be a force again in the future.

"In a year or two they'll be back," he added.

"They have the power to find great economic agreements. They'll only need a year or two to get back."

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