Robert Lewandowski once again made clear his loyalty to Fútbol Club Barcelona. The Polish striker rejected an astronomical offer from Saudi Arabia: ¡100 million euros per season!
The player's representative, Pini Zahavi, confirmed the offer a few weeks ago and now the names of the clubs interested in the '9' of Barça have been revealed: they were Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr.
Why did Lewandowski reject an offer of 100 million a year?
Discover the revelation of Pini Zahavi and the details of the proposal. In mid-August, the player's representative gave an interview to the Polish media Fakt, where he publicly confirmed that Lewandowski had received a very important offer from Saudi Arabia.
“They offered him more than 100 million euros per season. ¡Per season! But Robert didn't want to play there. He preferred to continue fighting for LaLiga and the Champions League with Barça”
The agent explained that the striker, despite his 37 years, maintains his sporting ambition intact. Even so, Zahavi left an open message: “In football everything can change very quickly. I invited them to try again at another time, because you never know what can happen in the next markets”.
Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr, the giants that tempted Lewandowski
The specialized account @365scoresarabic revealed that the teams willing to face such an outlay were Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr. Both, through an investment fund, prepared a millionaire contract that included bonuses and additional incentives.
However, surprisingly, the response of the culé striker to a 100 million offer was negative: The information assures that Lewandowski is happy at Barça and does not contemplate the possibility of signing for the Saudi Pro League.
Al-Hilal, where former Barça players Joao Cancelo and Malcom play, ended up reinforcing with Darwin Núñez (53M€ plus variables from Liverpool). For its part, Al-Nassr, with Cristiano Ronaldo as an undisputed '9', opted for top-level wingers such as Kingsley Coman (30M€) and Joao Félix (50M€). It was also the destination of former Barça central defender Iñigo Martínez.
Until when does Lewandowski have a contract with Barça?
Lewandowski has a contract with Barça until 2026, with a clause that allows it to be extended until 2027 depending on his performance.
The sports management trusts that the striker will continue to be a key player both in the domestic championship and in Europe, despite the fact that the passage of time may condition his role in the team.
Zahavi himself added that, in addition to the sporting aspect, Saudi Arabia faces limitations: “The clubs are overwhelmed with players and there is a limit to the number of foreigners. That reduces their possibilities, beyond the economic offer”.
An incredible gesture that demonstrates his commitment to Barça
The decision to reject such a millionaire amount is, in the eyes of Barcelona fans, a sign of Lewandowski's commitment to the project. The striker wants to continue accumulating titles and records dressed in blaugrana, consolidating his legacy at the club.
His immediate goal is to continue leading Hansi Flick's attack this season and fight for the second title of LaLiga and to go as far as possible in the Champions League.
The future of 'Lewi', in the hands of time
Although Zahavi left the door open to future attempts, Lewandowski's present is fully linked to Barça. The question mark opens up for the next markets, especially if astronomical figures reappear on the scene.
For now, the Pole is betting on the sporting challenge, on the support of the culé fans and on a legacy that transcends the economic.
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