Erling Haaland Rejects Netflix's Documentary Contract On The 'Art Of Scoring Goals'

Erling Haaland has reportedly knocked down Netflix for a fly-on-the-wall documentary as he is keen on protecting his trade secrets. Netflix, intrigued by the success of "Quarterback," an eight-episode series released in July 2023, showcasing the lives of three NFL quarterbacks during the 2022 American football season, expressed interest in a similar concept focusing on football strikers. According to Daily Mail, Haaland has turned down the streaming giant for the docuseries which can be regarded as a major setback, considering his status in the Premier League.

Ollie Watkins of Aston Villa and Mohamed Salah of Liverpool have both been approached with the same pitch. According to reports, the players have yet to make a final choice.

Interestingly, the report states that no strikers from league leaders Arsenal have been approached for the series. Despite their great success on the football, with Bukayo Saka topping the scoring charts with 13 league goals, the team is currently not on the documentary's radar. The series is expected to provide a full behind-the-scenes look, similar to "Quarterback," giving fans insight into the lives of successful strikers.

"Quarterback" meticulously documented the lives of NFL stars Patrick Mahomes, Kirk Cousins, and Marcus Mariota, capturing intimate moments with their families, friends, and trainers, both on and off the field. Netflix recently announced plans for a second season of "Quarterback," titled "Receiver," which is set to premiere this summer after a blockbuster first season. If the striker series proceeds, filming is expected to commence at the start of the 2024-25 season in August, with a projected release date in autumn 2025. This proposed documentary adds to the recent surge in football-themed series. Amazon Prime's "All or Nothing" franchise has been at the forefront, offering an insightful look into renowned football clubs worldwide, including Manchester City, Tottenham, and Arsenal in the Premier League, Juventus in Serie A, and national teams like Brazil and Germany.

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