Robert Lewandowski ‘says goodbye to his Bayern team-mates’ as he prepares to fly to Miami for medical treatment in Barcelona before penning a three-year £42.5million deal
- Robert Lewandowki has one year remaining on his contract with FC Bayern Munich
- The club will now be keen to redeem the 33-year-old to prevent him leaving on a free transfer
- He is expected to join Barcelona’s pre-season tour on Sunday
Robert Lewandowski said goodbye to him Bayern Munich Teammates as he prepares to go to a doctor’s appointment Barcelona in Miami.
The 33-year-old striker has left Bayern’s training ground and is expected to fly out shortly. Heaven Germany has called.
He is expected to sign a three-year deal with an option for a fourth at the Nou Camp and the club hope to finalize the transfer by Sunday.
Robert Lewandowki still has a year’s contract with FC Bayern Munich
Robert Lewandowski left the FC Bayern Munich training ground before his move
Lewandowski had wanted to leave Bayern for some time, telling them “my story is over” and refusing to give up on his desire to join a new club.
With only one year left on his contract with Bayern, this is the best opportunity to prevent a world-class striker from leaving on a free transfer.
He trained with the German champions but can now focus on Barca’s upcoming season – which begins with friendlies against Real Madrid, Juventus and New York Red Bulls.
Xavi has been chasing the Polish striker for some time, who is looking to challenge in Europe
The Polish star has some of the top goalscoring tally of any forward in Europe, scoring 50 goals in 46 appearances last season.
He was a contender for the Ballon d’Or in the 2019-20 season after scoring 55 goals in 47 games but the ceremony was canceled amid the Covid-19 pandemic. He shot another 48 the following season but was beaten by Lionel Messi.
Despite financial constraints due to high debt, Barcelona still seem keen to sign players. Raphinha, Franck Kessie and Andreas Christensen have all signed this window.
