The transfer market remains open, and while it is, anything can happen. At Barcelona, for example, it seems unlikely that they will make any new signings, especially as they are having problems registering their new recruits. That said, Can Barça are still working to offload their unwanted players, but there are fears that unexpected offers could tempt their best players to ask to leave. One of them could be Robert Lewandowski, as the veteran Polish striker is being lured by the siren song of Saudi Arabia’s powerful football league.
The Polish striker aims to remain a key player for Hansi Flick this season, as he continues to perform at a level that few strikers can match despite his age. That is why Robert Lewandowski, who is facing the final years of his career, could be tempted by a million-dollar offer from Saudi Arabia, where he would sign his last big contract, but he would leave a very difficult gap to fill for Barcelona, which would not be in a position to make a big investment for the strikers who are on the market.
Saudi Arabia wants Lewandowski
According to Mundo Deportivo, several Saudi Arabian clubs are interested in the Polish striker from Barcelona. It is important to remember the economic power of Saudi clubs, which have been able to convince veteran stars such as Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema, but also young players with a bright future ahead of them, such as Gabri Veiga and Bono, among many others. That is why the offer that could be put on the table for Robert Lewandowski could be much higher than what he earns at Camp Nou, which could be one of the reasons that would lead him to leave the Catalan club.
At Barcelona, they are aware that any call from Saudi Arabia arouses interest in players due to the financial aspect. That is why they would not stand in the way of Robert Lewandowski’s departure, but the Arab club would have to pay a transfer fee for the Polish player. Goals are paid for, and his departure would serve to lighten the wage bill, but there would be the problem of finding a striker who can score as many goals as the former Bayern Munich player has been scoring during his years in Barcelona.
Lewandowski’s future
Robert Lewandowski, who will turn 37 on August 21, has one more year with Barcelona, which could be extended for another year if he meets a series of objectives. This information suggests that the Polish international, who is returning to his national team, is very happy at Camp Nou, as is the rest of his family, and that he has no plans to leave Barcelona for Saudi Arabia. However, Can Barça would like to know the striker’s decision as soon as possible, as the transfer window in LaLiga closes on September 1, while in Arab football it lasts three weeks longer, so if he were to leave during that period, the Azulgranas would have little room for maneuver.
If Robert Lewandowski stays at Barcelona this season, a range of opportunities will open up for the Polish player for next season. One option could be to extend his contract with the Catalan club, although on this occasion the offer presented to him at the Camp Nou will be lower. There is also the possibility that the Polish player and the club will part ways and he will be free to choose his destination, which could be Saudi Arabia if they manage to convince him with a big checkbook. There would always be the option of hanging up his boots at his age after the 2026 World Cup, defending his country if they manage to qualify.