Robert Lewandowski could become one of the most sought-after names in next summer's free agent market. The Polish striker's contract with FC Barcelona expires in June and, although his future at the Catalan club is still uncertain, rumors about his departure are gaining more and more traction
First, given the loss of undisputed ownership by the '9' from Barça. Hansi Flick has given more responsibility to Ferran Torres in 2025/26 following the muscular problems that have affected 'Lewy' since preseason.
The 37-year-old forward has already missed three league games, one Champions League match, and another in the Copa del Rey due to physical issues, and his statistics are far from what he achieved last season.
At the moment, Robert has scored 8 goals in 17 matches (10 as a starter), while at this point in the 24/25 season he had accumulated 23 goals in 22 matches (6 in the Champions League, 16 in the league), always starting in the Barça XI.
MLS Looks to Tempt a Substitute Lewandowski at Barcelona
In that regard, media outlets like 'BBC Sport' place Lewandowski in the orbit of a club in the American Major League Soccer (MLS). According to the English portal, **Chicago Fire has already initiated contact with the Pole** to sign him next summer, once his season with Barça concludes.The 37-year-old forward, while for now prioritizing staying in Europe (preferably with the Blaugrana team), would have taken well to the offer from Chicago, who finished eighth in the Eastern Conference of MLS and were eliminated by Philadelphia Union in the first round of the 'play-offs'.
'Lewy' is confident of taking a step forward in the second half of the season with Barça, as **Hansi Flick** continues to consider him a key player in the squad. However, should he complete another lackluster semester with the team, his departure will soon be confirmed
In any case, the directive will address his folder well into 2026 to define whether a renewal is viable or not. Robert's new contract, logically, would involve a significant adjustment to his salary, which is currently still the highest at Barça (26 million gross).
Robert Lewandowski could join Leo Messi at Inter Miami
On the other hand, besides Chicago Fire's interest, other sources assure that **Inter Miami** is also paying close attention to Robert Lewandowski's future. Javier Mascherano's team just won **their first MLS Cup** a couple of weeks ago and, although the club confirmed Luis Suárez's stay for another year, they hope to strengthen their attack with the signing of another 'killer'.
The arrival of 'Lewy', without a doubt, would be a luxury reinforcement for the 'herons', whose main objective in 2026 is to try to win the **Concacaf Champions Cup**, Central America's premier club competition. Will it be possible to see Messi alongside Lewandowski after the 2026 World Cup? 'La Pulga' has already secured his continuity at Inter until 2028.
Lewandowski could keep his current salary in MLS
In any case, whether Inter Miami or Chicago Fire is the club that manages to sign him, Robert would be guaranteed a millionaire contract, equal to or even better than the one he currently has with Barcelona. The '9' turned 37 in August and has also been rumored to continue his legendary career in Arabia. A destination that, unlike MLS, does not seem to please him too much for now.
In three and a half seasons with the Blaugrana squad, Lewandowski has scored 109 goals in 164 games for Barça. The Pole has already entered the club's all-time top 20 (currently in 16th place) and is just 8 goals away from equaling Hristo Stoichkov and Estanislao Basora (both with 117)