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Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

What Chelsea target Erling Haaland did to troll Man United over January transfer breakthrough

Erling Braut Haaland is not being affecting by speculation surrounding his future at Red Bull Salzburg.

The 19-year-old could be on the move during the January transfer window as he's attracting interest from several top clubs across Europe having has scored 28 goals in 22 appearances across all competitions this so far season.

Eight of which came in the Champions League group, including one against holders Liverpool in a seven-goal thriller at Anfield on matchday two.

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Manchester United, Chelsea, Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig are just some of the club's being linked with a move for the teenager.

In fact, Leipzig have made an offer for the striker.

"We have shown what we can offer him and which part he could play in our team. It's now up to him," Leipzig sporting director Markus Krosche has confirmed

Meanwhile, Red Devils boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer dropped a hint regarding a potential move to Old Trafford for his compatriot.

"I don't comment on those speculations,"  the United boss said when asked about Haaland.

"[Haaland] knows what he wants to do, and he knows what he's going to do, so I don't have to give any advice to any other team's players."

Whatever Haaland's decision is, he's had some fun with Man United fans in a move that will please some Chelsea supporters.

Whilst doing his media duties, Haaland signed a Man United shirt for a fan.

He also signed a Salzburg, Napoli and Leeds United shirt.

All the images were uploaded onto Haaland's Instagram stories and is sure to garner some attention from United fans.

It would appear that the Blues aren't going to pursue a move for the 19-year-old.

According to The Telegraph , Chelsea have added RB Leipzig striker Timo Werner and Lyon forward Moussa Dembele to their list of January targets.

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