Robert Lewandowski, FC Barcelona forward, has received two multimillion-dollar offers from Saudi Arabia that could change the course of his career this summer. Despite having a contract with the Catalan club until 2026, the Polish player is evaluating these proposals that would guarantee him a net salary exceeding 40 million euros ($40 million) per season.
Robert Lewandowski, possible move to Saudi Arabia
According to El Nacional, top-tier Saudi clubs have shown a concrete interest in signing Lewandowski, offering astronomical figures to convince him to leave European soccer. These offers would represent the most lucrative contract of his career, a difficult opportunity for any footballer to ignore.
At 36 years old, Lewandowski remains a key piece in Hansi Flick's scheme, scoring more than 30 goals this season. However, FC Barcelona is already exploring the market for a new forward, which could reduce the Polish striker's prominence in the team. Additionally, the club wouldn't mind a sale that eases its financial situation, as long as the player is willing to leave.
Despite the tempting offer, Lewandowski has expressed on several occasions his desire to continue at Barça. He feels happy in Barcelona, where his family is also fully adapted. The forward has expressed his commitment to the club and his intention to fulfill his contract until 2026.
Lewandowski, future in doubt
However, the final decision is not yet made. Lewandowski is in a moment of reflection, considering both his desire to keep competing at the highest level and the possibility of securing his financial future with a multimillion-dollar contract in Saudi Arabia. The outcome of this situation is expected in the coming weeks and will largely depend on the player's will.
At the moment, everything seems to indicate that Robert Lewandowski will choose to stay, but he knows that if he wants, the doors are open. Laporta is willing to let him leave to lighten the wage bill, as long as the interested team pays a transfer fee. It remains to be seen what will happen...