Manchester City striker Erling Haaland referred to his new teammate Elliot Anderson as a diver as the Norwegian returned to pre-season training this week ahead of the start of the 2026-27 campaign. AdTrendingReferring to that incident, which has been widely debated, Haaland termed Anderson a 'diver' as he replied to a fan comment about greeting his new Manchester City teammate:"Greet Anderson for me," a fan commented on Haaland's Instagram post about being back in 'sunny' Manchester. "The diver?," Erling Haaland replied. AdManchester City boss Enzo Maresca explains 'problem' with making Erling Haaland captainArsenal vs Manchester City - Carabao Cup Final - Source: GettyNew Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca explained why it wouldn't be ideal to make striker Erling Haaland the club captain. Erling Haaland and Co. open their campaign with an FA Community Shield clash with Arsenal on Sunday (August 16).