Erling Haaland, the Manchester City star, may take some compassionate leave following the recent death of his close friend, Ivar Eggja.
Eggja, who was not only Haaland’s best man at his father’s wedding but also a long-time confidant, played a significant role in Haaland’s life.
A Deep Bond
The relationship between Haaland and Eggja was like family.
Haaland often referred to Eggja as ‘uncle’, and the 59-year-old was instrumental in supporting the young striker throughout his career.
Eggja was a familiar face at Haaland’s unveiling at the Etihad Stadium in 2022 and attended many important events with him, including the Ballon d’Or ceremony last year.
Haaland’s Tribute
In a heartfelt tribute, Haaland expressed his sorrow and gratitude, saying, “You are a legend, Ivar.
Words cannot describe how much you meant to me and how much you will be missed.
Thank you for everything. We will see each other again. Rest in peace, Ivar.”
Family Comes First
Though Haaland trained with Pep Guardiola’s squad on Thursday in preparation for their upcoming match against Brentford, Guardiola has emphasized that family comes first.
The City manager has assured that players can take time off for personal reasons.
Ongoing Success and Tribute
Despite his loss, Haaland has been in top form this season, scoring seven goals in three league games, including consecutive hat-tricks against Ipswich Town and West Ham United.
His agent, Rafaela Pimenta, also honored Eggja, highlighting his ability to bring light and strength to those around him.
Phil Foden’s Return
In other team news, Phil Foden is back in training after being sidelined by an illness for over two weeks.
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