Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has surprised fans by saying goodbye to his trademark long blond hair and unveiling a dramatically shorter haircut ahead of the new Premier League season.
The Norwegian forward's new appearance comes as he prepares to begin another campaign with Manchester City, with fans eagerly awaiting his return to competitive action.
Haaland Reveals His New Short Haircut
Haaland shared a photo on his social media accounts showing off his new look after cutting his long blond hair, which had become one of his most recognizable features.
The Norwegian striker captioned the picture: “New season, new haircut.”
He later shared another image showing the different stages of his haircut and added a playful message: “New hair, don't care.”
Haaland Set to Debut New Look Against Bournemouth
Haaland is expected to make his first appearance with his new hairstyle when Manchester City begin their Premier League campaign against Bournemouth.
The match will give the Norwegian striker his first opportunity to showcase his new look on the pitch while also beginning another campaign as one of Manchester City's key attacking players.
Haaland will be aiming to continue his impressive scoring record and help City make a strong start to the new season.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic Previously Advised Haaland to Keep His Hair
Haaland previously revealed that Swedish football legend Zlatan Ibrahimovic had advised him not to cut his long hair.
During an interview, Haaland recalled Ibrahimovic's advice, saying that the former Swedish striker told him: “Never cut your hair because the power is in the hair.”
Haaland followed that advice for some time, keeping his distinctive long blond hairstyle before finally deciding to make a major change ahead of the new season.
Haaland Ready for Another Season With Manchester City
While his new haircut has attracted plenty of attention, Haaland's main focus will remain on the pitch as Manchester City prepare for another demanding season.
The Norwegian striker is expected to remain one of the team's most important attacking weapons, with his goals likely to play a major role in City's pursuit of domestic and European success.
Why did Haaland cut his hair?
Haaland revealed his new haircut ahead of the new season but did not give a specific reason for the change.
Did Haaland cut his trademark long hair?
Yes. The Manchester City striker appeared with a very short haircut after previously wearing his trademark long blond hair.
What did Haaland say about his new haircut?
He wrote: “New season, new haircut,” and later added: “New hair, don't care.”
Who advised Haaland not to cut his hair?
Haaland previously revealed that Swedish football star Zlatan Ibrahimovic advised him to keep his long hair.
When will Haaland debut his new hairstyle?
He is expected to show his new look on the pitch when Manchester City face Bournemouth in their Premier League opener.
