Rodri has claimed that Erling Haaland is the only player that can get close to the level of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
The 2024 Ballon d’Or award winner has shared that Haaland is the most decisive player in the world in terms of numbers.
Rodri also noted the age of Haaland and pointed out that the Norway international will continue to delineate brilliance for many years.
Rodri’s Thoughts On Erling Haaland
Speaking in an interview with Spanish media outlet Cope, Rodri said: “The most decisive player in the world in terms of numbers is Erling Haaland.
“He’s the only player who could come close to Leo Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. He is also very young and will be there for many years.”
Erling Haaland has produced magnificent numbers in recent seasons and he is one of the best players currently in football.
He is known for his breathtaking goal scoring ability alongside physicality amongst other remarkable attributes in his game.
Haaland is seen as a possible winner of the Ballon d’Or award in the future, with some claiming that he should have won the 2023 Ballon d’Or prize which was handed to Messi.
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are considered to be amongst the greatest players of all time due to their goals and awards.
It will be fascinating to see if Erling Haaland can win many honors and produce monstrous numbers like the aforementioned football icons.
Rodri Named 2024 Ballon d’Or Award Winner
Meanwhile, Rodri was surprisingly crowned with the 2024 Ballon d’Or award on October 29, 2024, beating the Real Madrid duo of Vinicius Jr and Jude Bellingham, who finished 2nd and 3rd respectively.
The Spaniard shockingly emerged as the winner after an impressive 2023/24 campaign, where he claimed the Premier League title alongside the UEFA European Championship, FIFA Club World Cup, and UEFA Super Cup.
The 28-year-old also scored an impressive 12 goals and provided 13 assists in over 50 matches for Manchester City and Spain between 2023 and 2024.
Who Is Erling Haaland?
He is a Norwegian professional footballer who plays as a striker for Premier League club Manchester City and the Norway national team.
Erling Haaland is considered one of the best players in the world and he is known for his speed, strength, positioning, and finishing inside the box.
Erling Haaland Personal Information
Haaland was born on July 21, 2000, in Leeds, England, to father, Alfie Haaland, who was also a footballer and represented sides like Manchester City and Leeds United.
His mother is a former women’s heptathlon athlete Gry Marita Braut.
Haaland’s Agent
Erling Haaland’s agent is Rafaela Pimenta, a revered Brazilian association super football agent and former lawyer.
Erling Haaland’s Market Value And Salary
Haaland’s market value is €200 million and he earns over €370,000 per week at Manchester City.
Clubs He Has Played For In His Career?
Erling Haaland has played for several clubs in his career, including Molde FK, Red Bull Salzburg, Bryne FK, and Borussia Dortmund.
Haaland’s Career Stats
The former RB Salzburg man has made 296 club appearances thus far in his career, scoring 240 goals and providing 50 assists across all competitions.
Internationally, Haaland has made 37 appearances for Norway, scoring 34 goals and providing 3 assists.
