The Norwegian striker was awarded the prestigious prize after a stellar season for Manchester City
Erling Haaland has been named the 2022/23 PFA Player of the Year. The Norwegian striker, who joined Manchester City from Borussia Dortmund in the summer, won the award after scoring 29 goals in 27 Premier League appearances.
Haaland's season:
Haaland had a phenomenal season for City, scoring 29 goals in 27 Premier League appearances. He also scored eight goals in seven Champions League appearances, helping City reach the semi-finals of the competition.
Haaland's goals were crucial to City's success in the Premier League, as they won the title by a comfortable margin. He was also named the Premier League's Golden Boot winner, sharing the award with Mohamed Salah of Liverpool.
Reactions to Haaland's award:
Haaland's award was met with widespread praise from pundits and fans alike. Gary Neville, a former Manchester United defender, said that Haaland was "a complete striker" and that he was "the best in the world".
Pep Guardiola, City's manager, said that Haaland was "a joy to work with" and that he was "a special player".
Haaland's future:
Haaland is still only 21 years old, and he is expected to be one of the best players in the world for many years to come. He is under contract with City until 2025, but he has been linked with a move to Real Madrid in the future.
Erling Haaland is a world-class striker who has the potential to be one of the greatest players of all time. His award as the 2022/23 PFA Player of the Year is a just reward for a stellar season.