If one has the resources to sign a footballer who is as effective as Erling Haaland for a decade, then there will always be strong arguments to do so – whatever choppy waters Manchester City might face in their immediate future.

Erling Haaland has signed a new 10-year contract at Manchester City that ties him to the Premier League champions until 2034.

When he joined City few thought that the Norwegian would stay at the club for an extended period — so what has changed?