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Real Madrid 'not worried by Barcelona's interest in Erling Braut Haaland'

By Matt Law, Football Editor | 31 December 2020

Real Madrid 'not worried by Barca's interest in Haaland'

Real Madrid still believe that they are ahead of Barcelona in the race for Borussia Dortmund's Erling Braut Haaland, according to a report.

Real Madrid are reportedly not concerned by suggestions that Barcelona could sign Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Braut Haaland in the near future.

The 20-year-old is widely regarded as one of the best young talents in world football and has been in sensational form for BVB since arriving in January, scoring 33 times in 32 appearances.

Madrid have long been linked with the Norway international, and it is thought that Los Blancos have identified him as their number one target to replace Karim Benzema.

Barca will allegedly complete a move for Haaland if Emili Rousaud becomes the Catalan side's new president.

However, according to AS, Zinedine Zidane's side are calm regarding the latest developments and still believe that they are in pole position to bring the Norwegian to La Liga.

Haaland, who is unlikely to be able to leave Dortmund until a release clause comes into play in 2022, has scored 17 times in 14 appearances for his Bundesliga club this season.

Manchester United are also believed to be long-term admirers of the forward.