Pep Guardiola admitted he was taken by surprise when told the news of Erling Haaland's incredible contract extension. The City striker agreed a new nine and a half year deal on Friday, keeping him at the Etihad until 2034. It's an incredible statement from both player and club as City seek to reframe their squad for the years ahead.

Pep Guardiola has said Erling Haaland's huge new contract shows the striker has "trust" in Manchester City. On Friday, Haaland penned a record-breaking 9½-year deal which will keep him at the Etihad Stadium until 2034.

Pep Guardiola's side are in the midst of a stunning January window. After a poor first half of the campaign, Man City. are trying to rectify the situation with a spending spree of