Erling Haaland, the star of Manchester City, has made headlines once more, this time for his astounding acquisition of a unique Mercedes-AMG One vehicle, which is rumoured to be worth over ₦5.6 billion ($3,500,000).
The prolific Norwegian striker, who is well-known for his tremendous ability to score goals, is also well-known for his taste for expensive cars; the most recent addition to his collection only serves to enhance his already remarkable collection.
Prime has signed Man City’s talented striker Erling Haaland. Photo credit: IMAGOAlthough Haaland has received recognition and respect from football fans all over the world for his on-field accomplishments, his love of luxury and speed goes beyond the stadium.
Haaland’s purported purchase of the Mercedes-AMG One, facilitated by well-known Norwegian auto collector Ole Ertvaag, demonstrates his unwavering commitment to obtaining the best cars available worldwide.
Haaland reportedly paid over $3.5 million to purchase the Mercedes-AMG One | Credit: Instagram (@whatsonthestar)
One of Norway’s largest automobile collectors and the man behind Hitecvision, an investing firm, is Ole Ertvaag.
Ertvaag and the Man City No. 9 are said to have worked together on previous investments.
Erling Haaland is one of the highest-paid players in the Premier League| Photo Credit: IMAGO
After signing a record-breaking contract with the Etihad team in the summer of 2022, breaking numerous records in his rookie season, and helping Pep Guardiola’s team achieve a historic quadruple in the 2022–2023 campaign, Haaland is currently among the most paid players in the Premier League.
With an impressive collection of high-end cars, the 23-year-old Blues singer has a well-established passion for exotic cars.
Range Rover Sport P510e First Edition, valued at over ₦253 million ($158,000), to Rolls Royce Cullinan, valued at over ₦448 million ($303,910).
Haaland also owns an Audi RS6 Avant Performance quattro, reported to be worth ₦264 million ($165,000), and a Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4Matic Coupe, valued at around ₦315 million ($197,000).
Purchasing the Mercedes-AMG One is likely the most costly vehicle he has ever owned, and it also shows how much he values the German premium car manufacturer.
Haaland’s acquisition highlights the Mercedes-AMG One’s exclusivity and uniqueness, as there have only ever been 275 of the cars built.
Only 275 units of the Mercedes-AMG One ever produced | Credit: Instagram(@whatsonthestar)
The Mercedes-AMG One, with its incredible 1000 horsepower and 3-second 100 km/h acceleration time, is the pinnacle of automotive engineering and performance, making it a worthy addition to Haaland’s collection of valuable assets.