Erling Haaland has reassured Manchester City fans with a quick, calming message following reports that he could face jail time in Switzerland over an unpaid fine. Despite a tough few weeks both on and off the pitch, the 24-year-old striker took to social media to ease his fans’ concerns.
Haaland, who was back to his clinical best during the international break, netted a hat-trick for Norway in a dominant 5-0 win over Kazakhstan on November 17. This followed a rare two-game goal drought at club level, which ended with a close-range strike against Brighton, though his frustration remained evident after the loss.
While City have endured a rough patch, with four consecutive defeats across all competitions, Haaland now finds himself at the center of a different kind of drama.
According to Swiss outlet Blick, Haaland faces the highly unlikely prospect of jail time for failing to pay a 60 Franc fine (around £53.55) for an undisclosed misdemeanor. For a player earning £375,000 a week, the fee seems trivial, yet its non-payment could reportedly lead to a one-day prison sentence upon his next visit to Switzerland.
In response, Haaland shared a three-word message on Instagram: “Don’t worry, guys!” The striker quickly assured fans that everything was under control, easing any concern over his legal situation.
While the fine is nothing more than a minor bump in the road for the star, Haaland remains focused on his football. With Manchester City struggling to keep pace with league leaders Liverpool, Haaland’s attention will be on City’s crucial upcoming clash with Tottenham on Saturday, November 23.
Off the pitch, City’s ongoing legal issues surrounding 115 alleged charges continue to swirl, but Haaland’s message shows he’s fully committed to turning things around for the team on the field.
