Barcelona has officially reached an agreement with [b]Robert Lewandowski[/b] to extend his contract, ensuring that the Polish striker will remain at the club beyond his initially agreed tenure.
Lewandowski, who has been experiencing a resurgence in form under the guidance of manager Hansi Flick, has been a key player for Barcelona this season, leading the club’s attack with impressive performances.
Currently, the experienced forward is the frontrunner in the La Liga Pichichi race, holding a three-goal advantage over Kylian Mbappe. He has already scored 31 goals and provided three assists in 33 appearances across all competitions this season, further cementing his importance to the squad.
Despite previous speculation that Barcelona was actively searching for his replacement, Spanish media outlet MD reports that high-ranking club officials, including Sporting Director Deco, President Joan Laporta, and Hansi Flick, have collectively decided to retain Lewandowski and offer him an extension.
The extension had long been anticipated, as Lewandowski’s contract contained a clause that would trigger an automatic renewal until 2026 if he played at least 45 minutes in half of Barcelona’s matches this season. With his continued presence in the starting lineup, the clause has now taken effect.
The prolific striker had received lucrative offers from Saudi Arabian clubs, but he ultimately turned them down, reaffirming his commitment to competing at the highest level with Barcelona and continuing his legacy in European football.
Despite securing Lewandowski’s stay, Barcelona is still keeping an eye on long-term successors for their No. 9 position. The club has been actively scouting potential replacements, with Newcastle’s Alexander Isak and Sporting CP’s Viktor Gyokeres emerging as top candidates. Gyokeres, in particular, is seen as a more affordable option with an estimated transfer value of €65 million.
As Barcelona continues its efforts to strengthen the squad for the future, Lewandowski’s extension ensures that the club will retain one of its most reliable goal scorers while planning for the years ahead.