Goodbye Barcelona! The 37-year-old superstar will leave the team next year: 105 goals + 5 crowns, may retire directly

The 37-year-old Lewandowski’s career in Barcelona has entered the countdown. On October 12, "Daily Sports" revealed that Barcelona has decided not to renew Lewandowski's contract. Next summer, Lewandowski will leave Barcelona on a free transfer. Lewandowski has not yet made a decision about his future. He may find a new team to play for another 1-2 years, or he may retire directly.

In the summer of 2022, Barcelona introduced Lewandowski from Bayern for a transfer fee of 45 million euros. In 3 years at Barcelona, ​​Lewandowski made 156 appearances, contributed 105 goals and 20 assists, and won 5 championship trophies. Lewandowski's contract expires in 2026, and Barcelona has a one-year option to renew.

"Daily Sports" pointed out that Barcelona has made a decision to let Lewandowski leave the team next summer for three main reasons:

Lewandowski is already 37 years old and cannot be the protagonist of the long-term plan. The high salary of the Polish superstar is also a major obstacle.

His health and condition have declined. This season, Lewandowski scored 4 goals in 9 appearances in all competitions. In August, he suffered a muscle injury and missed two weeks.

Unable to execute high pressing tactics. Barcelona adopts high defense and offside tactics, which requires the frontcourt to actively participate in the pressure. Lewandowski cannot use high-intensity running and fighting to execute Flick's tactical play like Rafinha and Yamal.

If Lewandowski leaves the team, Barcelona's only candidate for the center position is Ferran Torres. Barcelona is also looking for Lewandowski's successor. "Daily Sports" stated that "Little Spider" Alvarez, who plays for Atletico Madrid, is Barcelona's number one target. However, "Little Spider" is expensive and Barcelona may not be able to afford it. Levante's Etta Ayon is also one of the options.

Lewandowski, who was unable to renew his contract with Barcelona, ​​has not yet determined his future direction: find a club to play for another 1-2 years, or retire directly and settle in Catalonia. Lewandowski’s wife Anna likes life in Catalonia very much. However, Lewandowski has not yet made a final decision.

"Daily Sports" stated that what is certain is that Lewandowski is unwilling to accept the invitation from Saudi Arabia. If Lewandowski is willing to continue his football career, he may choose a team near Barcelona. In La Liga, there are two Catalan teams: Girona and Espanyol. However, they cannot afford the great god Levan.