His cycle at FC Barcelona could end sooner than expected despite having a valid contract.
Robert Lewandowski could change teams next season. Although he has a contract until June 30, 2026, the Pole is not immune to the rumors circulating around Barcelona. Laporta is looking for a top ‘9’ and this could put the forward in a difficult situation, as he doesn’t want to become a hindrance. He has significant offers on the table and intends to consider them if the situation arises.
Gyökeres, Haaland, Isak… Lewandowski is not unaware of everything that appears in the press and knows that where there’s smoke, there’s fire. He’s not upset; in fact, he understands. After all, he’ll turn 37 next August and knows it’s only natural for Barça to look for a replacement sooner rather than later.
In this regard, Lewandowski’s departure would be key in Barça’s market plans. He has the highest salary on the team (about 32 million gross) and freeing him, under the 1:1 rule, would be practically unbeatable news.
Lewandowski, Offer in Saudi Arabia: Barça on Alert
About a year ago, Lewandowski turned down a significant offer from Saudi Arabia where he would have earned 150 million euros net per season. He understands he’s in the final years of his career and doesn’t rule out any scenario. Barça’s plans will be crucial in making a final decision, but he’s clear that he doesn’t see himself accepting a secondary role in the 2025/26 campaign.
Barça is willing to let him go, especially to save his salary and allocate it to another star. He wouldn’t face many obstacles. However, with a contract in place, they would aim to cash in. Getting between 20 and 25 million euros from Saudi Arabia would be great news.
In any case, what Lewandowski is clear about is that he’s going to wait for developments and won’t make a decision until next summer. His current plan leaves no room for doubt: to fulfilll his contract with Barça. He sees himself playing one more season at the elite level, although he knows it will depend on the Catalan team’s plans to strengthen or not their team.
So far, neither party has decided anything, although it’s true that Barça is starting to lean toward going for a top ‘9’ in the summer. Being under the 1:1 rule and making various sales, it’s more than feasible.
