Exactly.
We have probably already spoken to Mino and Alf about wages. If we felt their demands were unreasonable we would've moved on to the next target. The Media would then be briefed in a few days and we would know from City Journalists in another day or two.
They have probably given us reasonable demands (@tolmie's hairdoo has already mentioned), this all is a play to make it look like Erling's transfer to Manchester City was only because of monetary reasons. It also gives Barca a leeway out after acting so high and mighty in front of the cameras.
Its worked. Barca fans on twitter already saying they dont want him for that kind of money. saying to sign kane instead. especially like the bit about he wont sign if Messi doesnt continue at Barca throws their legend under the bus really. another excuse that Messi didnt continue so Haaland didnt want to sign for us.
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