Barely a last-minute change, Barcelona are reportedly willing to extend Robert Lewandowski’s stay beyond the current season as they prepare for a one-year contract extension for the experienced striker.
New Telegraph gathered that the development will allow him to remain at Spotify Camp Nou past the end of his existing deal.
However, the proposed renewal is expected to include a significant financial condition.
Barcelona’s Offers
To remain with the Catalan side, the 37-year-old Polish forward is reportedly required to accept a dramatic 50% wage cut.
Even with those tough conditions, Lewandowski is said to be very open to extending his stay in Spain.
He is prepared to take on a reduced role as a backup striker while also serving as a mentor in the dressing room.
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The veteran striker is believed to value his life in Catalonia over more lucrative offers from MLS and Saudi Arabia.
Since joining Bayern Munich in 2022, Lewandowski has played a key role in Barcelona’s recent success, contributing to multiple domestic triumphs, including La Liga titles, Copa del Rey victories, and Spanish Super Cup wins.
Impact On Other Players In Transfer Puzzle
Barcelona’s negotiations with Robert Lewandowski are closely tied to their ambitious and costly plan to sign a new first-choice striker for next season.
Atlético Madrid forward Julián Álvarez has reportedly become their top target, while Galatasaray’s Victor Osimhen also remains firmly on their radar.
To fund such a major move and stay within La Liga’s strict 1:1 financial regulations, the club are actively looking to offload 26-year-old Ferran Torres.
Despite registering 16 goals in all competitions this season, Torres has endured a sharp drop in form, failing to find the net since late January.
With his contract running until 2027, Barcelona see this summer as the ideal opportunity to sell the Spanish forward, and reports suggest intermediaries have already proposed him to Manchester United as a possible replacement for Joshua Zirkzee.
