Robert Lewandowski has finally opened up on his future at Barcelona as his current contract at Camp Nou nears its expiry date, sparking intense speculation across the footballing world.
The 37-year-old has seen his playing time reduced under Hansi Flick this season, and says he is taking a patient and calculated approach to his next professional step.
Patience over pressure
“What is good is that I don’t have pressure,” Lewandowski explained in a new interview with Sky Sports. “At 30 or a few years [younger], this type of feeling goes to be totally different… However on this second, I haven’t got to know. I’ve endurance. I am going to give myself round three months to determine what I need to do. Me, simply me.”
New problem in MLS on the playing cards?
Regardless of his contentment in La Liga, the veteran has been closely linked with a transfer to Main League Soccer. Studies recommend the Chicago Hearth are main the chase to signal him on a free switch. Reflecting on previous near-transfers, together with a transfer to Blackburn ruined by a volcanic ash cloud and curiosity from legendary Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson, Lewandowski added: “At the moment, once I was at Dortmund, they would not let me go… however ultimately, OK, I am very pleased with my profession!”
Robust season for Lewandowski
Lewandowski scored 42 targets in all competitions for Barcelona final season, however has simply 14 to his title thus far this time period. Ferran Torres has emerged as Flick’s first alternative possibility by way of the center, with Lewandowski restricted to only 10 begins in La Liga, and it has been advised he’s shpwing indicators of decline.
What comes subsequent?
Lewandowski will hope for some extra minutes when Barca tackle Athletic Membership of their subsequent La Liga sport this weekend. Focus will then flip to the primary leg of their spherical of 16 Champions League tie towards Newcastle, with Flick’s aspect nonetheless within the hunt for a home and European double that might function the right send-off for Lewandowski if he does determine to maneuver on in the summertime.
