Barcelona's ex-treasurer makes huge claim about veteran star's renewal - 'No, not in principle' | Barca Universal

"No, not in principle. I would say no. Barcelona is in a position to do so, and in fact, Barcelona is currently looking for a top striker. We're at €12-14 million to enter the 1:1 Financial Fair Play rule, which will allow them to operate freely in the summer market."

"The 37-year-old superstar is in the final few months of his contract at the club, and so far, there have been no efforts to extend his deal. While it has not been entirely ruled out that Lewandowski will continue at Barcelona, early indications suggest that he could be in the last phase of his stint at Camp Nou."

"Lewandowski, for his part, has been patient with the matter of his future, while waiting for Barcelona to make an approach. He has an offer from MLS club Chicago Fire and interest from Saudi Arabia persists as well. As for potential replacements, Barcelona like Julian Alvarez the most."

Robert Lewandowski, 37, is in the final months of his Barcelona contract with no renewal efforts underway. FC Barcelona treasurer Ferran Olive confirmed the club has no plans to extend the veteran striker's deal. Barcelona is positioned to enter the 1:1 Financial Fair Play rule after closing a €12-14 million gap, enabling summer market activity. The club is actively searching for a top striker replacement. Lewandowski has received offers from MLS club Chicago Fire and interest from Saudi Arabia. Barcelona views Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid as the preferred replacement, though acquiring him presents significant challenges.

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