Barcelona offered a one-year contract renewal to Robert Lewandowski. The 37-year-old Polish striker is linked to the Catalan club until the end of the current season. The proposal includes a significant reduction in salary, but with performance-based variables that can increase the final value.
The elimination of Polônia in the playoff for Copa of Mundo in 2026 increased discussions about the captain’s future. Lewandowski posted an image on social media with the captain’s armband and the song “Time to Say Goodbye” after the 3-2 defeat to Suécia. Ele did not make definitive statements about international retirement in post-match interviews.
Statements by Michał Listkiewicz about the Polish captain
Michał Listkiewicz, former president of Federação Polonesa, gave an interview to the website sportowe24.pl and defended Lewandowski remaining in the team. Ele described the player as a monumental figure in the history of Polish football. Listkiewicz suggested that the attacker should continue until Campeonato Europeu 2028 to serve as an example to younger people.
The former manager also commented on the possible fate of Lewandowski after Barcelona. Ele indicated that Estados Unidos would represent the best place for the player and his family. Listkiewicz stated that Lewandowski is still capable of performing for a few more years at a high level.
- Robert Lewandowski should remain in the Polish national team at least until Euro 2028
- The striker would serve as a reference for the team’s younger players
- Listkiewicz believes Lewandowski can continue his career in Estados Unidos
- The former president considers this destination ideal for the player and his family
Contractual status on Barcelona
Lewandowski’s current contract with Barcelona ends in June 2026. The Spanish press reported that the club presented an extension offer for another season with salary reduced by around half the current amount. Variáveis per performance are part of the proposal to compensate for the fixed reduction.
Barcelona has already been eliminated from Liga of Campeões this season. Lewandowski He continues to be an important part of the attack, despite his age. Clubes of Turquia, Itália, MLS and Arábia Saudita have expressed interest in signing him if he leaves the Catalan club as a free agent.
Juventus appears among the European teams monitoring the situation. The president of the Italian team spoke of an ambitious transfer window for next season. Jornalistas locations included Lewandowski among possible reinforcements for the attack.
Repercussions of the elimination of Polônia in the recap
Polônia lost the repechage final to Copa from Mundo in 2026 against Suécia by 3 to 2. Viktor Gyokeres scored the Swedish winning goal in the final minutes. Lewandowski ended the game in tears and avoided direct comments about his future in the national team in interviews.
He returned to Barcelona after the FIFA date without announcing a decision on his international career. The post on Instagram sparked debate among Polish fans about a possible goodbye to the national team. Listkiewicz was one of the names that spoke out publicly in defense of the captain’s continuity.
Interest from other clubs in the striker
In addition to Juventus, MLS teams such as Chicago Fire appear as options. Relatos indicate that the coach Gregg Berhalter has shown interest in the Pole. Clubes Turks and Arábia Saudita are also following the case, although Lewandowski has not shown a preference for destinations outside Europa so far.
The player has not yet formally responded to Barcelona’s renewal proposal. Ele has a few games to play with the Catalan club before the end of the season. The decision about the future must consider both the sporting aspect and family life.
The former president of the Polish federation reinforced that Lewandowski represents an asset to the country’s football. Ele believes that the striker’s presence inspires the younger generation. The conversation on the topic is expected to continue in the coming weeks as Lewandowski evaluates the available options.
