Erling Haaland shows off radicial new look just hours before Man City’s first Premier League game

Erling Haaland appears to have ditched his trademark long hair on the eve of Man City’s new Premier League season.

The striker is preparing to face Bournemouth at 2pm today at the Etihad.

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Haaland is coming off a 38-goal season in all competitions for City.

He also became a household name at this summer’s World Cup where he netted seven goals in five games for Norway.

Haaland has now posted pictures on his Instagram where he has opted for a new buzz cut.

The 26-year-old has grown out his hair over many years, having previously sported a shorter style during the early part of his career.

Ahead of the World Cup, he even revealed a piece of advice from Zlatan Ibrahimovic that he followed.

Haaland recalled: “Zlatan told me – never cut your hair because the strength is in the hair.”

It appears he has had a change of heart, however, with the decision to shave it all off.

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