Barcelona exploring Robert Lewandowski contract renewal with lower wages: Report
(Courtesy : LaLiga content hub)
The Polish striker’s contract will expire at the end of the season.
According to ESPN, Barcelona are thinking about giving Robert Lewandowski a contract extension that would allow him to stay at Camp Nou for at least another season, albeit at a reduced salary.
The Poland captain’s future at Barcelona is still up in the air as he is set to become a free agent this summer.
According to ESPN, Barcelona coach Hansi Flick is pleased with Robert Lewandowski‘s demeanour and output, which is why the team is looking into various options to retain the player through at least June 2027. This summer, Barcelona’s top goal is to acquire a striker who can rival Ferran Torres.
Barcelona president Joan Laporta still wants to sign Atletico Madrid striker Julián Álvarez, according to an ESPN story last month.
Barcelona ready to keep Robert Lewandowski on only one condition
However, the team is also considering other players, such as Dusan Vlahovic, whose deal with Juventus expires in June. Robert Lewandowski will turn 38 in August. Barca are eager to keep him, but only if he agrees to cut his wage.
A source claims that although Barcelona have not yet started talks with Lewandowski, Deco, the club’s sporting director, and Flick plan to speak with the player shortly. They want to talk about his future because the team thinks he can continue to play a significant role in the locker room.
Robert Lewandowski is still one of Barça’s top-paid players. He joined the team from Bayern Munich in 2022. Barça could be able to make way for additional summer acquisitions by cutting Lewandowski’s salary.
In addition to deciding whether to activate the purchase possibility on Marcus Rashford, who arrived on loan from Manchester United, Barça are eager to bolster their defensive line with a centre-back.
With 116 goals in 186 games for Barcelona, Robert Lewandowski is reportedly a target for MLS and Saudi Pro League teams.
On what condition are Barca ready to keep Robert Lewandowski?
If he is open to reducing his salary.
When will his deal expire?
At the end of the season.
When did he join the club?
He joined them in 2022 from Bayern Munich.
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After earning a bachelor's degree in mass media, Rajarshi began his career as a sports writer in 2019, driven by his passion for sports journalism. He has been working in the field for over six years. A devoted fan of Lionel Messi and Barcelona, Rajarshi has been involved in sports since childhood. Before turning his focus to journalism, he even represented his college at the state level. Along with covering football, he enjoys playing the game, watching movies, and experimenting with new recipes in his spare time, as cooking is one of his favorite hobbies.