While summer is just beginning for many this July, the holidays are coming to an end for soccer players. Robert Lewandowski will have to start preseason training with Barcelona a few weeks after announcing that he would not return to his national team while the current coach remains in charge. This pressure from one of the best players in his country’s history led to the resignation of Michal Probierz, who left the team, meaning that the former Bayern Munich player once again has the door open, something that does not convince Can Barça, as he will not be able to rest during the international breaks.
The Polish striker will turn 37 next August, but the truth is that he is still a lethal attacker. It is true that Kylian Mbappé won the Ballon d’Or at the end of the season, but Robert Lewandowski fought until the last few weeks to win the award, which he has already won twice, both with Bayern Munich. He also played a key role with his goals in the treble that Barcelona won under Hansi Flick, with the LaLiga, Copa del Rey, and Spanish Super Cup titles. Now, the Warsaw native promises to continue with the same ambition to face the challenge at Camp Nou, which is to win the Champions League.
Robert Lewandowski signed for Barcelona in the summer of 2022 on a four-year contract. The Polish player had been proving himself at Bayern Munich as one of the best strikers around and decided to end his spell at the Allianz Arena to start a new adventure in Barcelona, where he has been very happy. Since then, he has scored almost 100 goals to help the Azulgranas achieve success, but the striker is still hungry for more despite his age. However, there was a lot of controversy surrounding his signing due to his salary, as the player’s wages increased with each passing season.
Competition at Barcelona
Now Lewandowski is facing the final season of his contract, and his performance will determine whether Barcelona will renew him for another year or decide to part ways. Age is a factor, but so are his goals. Despite getting older, Robert continues to be a nightmare for opposing goalkeepers.
It should also be noted that the Pole is well supported in attack, with Lamine Yamal and Raphinha as his main partners, but behind them comes Ferran Torres, who performed brilliantly when the former Bayern Munich player suffered a slight dip in form.
For now, Robert Lewandowski has little competition as a center forward, but we must remember that Barcelona is still looking for a striker to strengthen the attacking line of the squad led by Hansi Flick. Nico Williams rejected the Azulgranas and opted to renew with Athletic Club until 2035, but Luis Díaz and Marcus Rashford are the names being mentioned as possible arrivals at the Camp Nou to put more pressure on the Polish player and the rest of his teammates.
Lewandowski’s new look
This Sunday marks the official start of Barcelona’s preseason, although several players have already been at the Joan Gamper Sports Complex to start training in the gym. The players are scheduled to report on July 13, and the cameras will surely be focused on them. Many will arrive with enviable tans after vacations on idyllic beaches, but they could also surprise us with new looks.
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One of those who will be sporting a new hairstyle is Robert Lewandowski. The Polish player announced it on social media, so the surprise factor is gone. The Barcelona striker shared a photo of himself with his hair dyed blonde and an ambitious message for the new season that is about to begin. “New season, new hair, same goals,” wrote the striker, who will turn 37 in August.