Barcelona Weigh One-Year Lewandowski Extension on Reduced Wages

Overview

• Reports from ESPN say Barcelona are open to keeping the 37-year-old for at least one more season if he accepts a significant pay cut.
• Hansi Flick and sporting director Deco are described as satisfied with Lewandowski’s attitude and output, with any new deal likely involving a secondary role.
• Flick told reporters it is not yet the time to decide, noting conversations have occurred and that Lewandowski wants more minutes.
• Football España reports La Liga salary-limit rules would cap next season’s savings from any reduction at roughly €3 million.
• Barcelona continue to explore striker options such as Julián Álvarez and Dušan Vlahović, with summer planning also affecting the decision on Marcus Rashford’s purchase option and a personal decision from Lewandowski expected in the spring after March’s presidential vote.