Despite an impressive start to the season, scoring 23 goals in 24 appearances, Robert Lewandowski’s recent performances have raised questions about his future at Barcelona. In his last five matches, the Polish striker has scored just once, including a lackluster display in the team’s disappointing home loss to Atletico Madrid on Saturday, where he missed several key chances.
This dip in form has amplified calls for Barcelona to seek a long-term replacement for Lewandowski, whose contract runs through the 2025-26 season. According to Sport, some members of the club’s board are reportedly open to the idea of moving Lewandowski on during the upcoming summer transfer window.
At 37 years old by the start of next season, Lewandowski’s ability to remain a consistent starter is increasingly uncertain. Barcelona’s leadership recognizes the need for a suitable successor but faces challenges in the transfer market due to their ongoing financial constraints.
For now, Lewandowski is expected to remain Barcelona’s first-choice striker for the next two seasons. However, the club’s search for a younger, high-performing replacement is likely to intensify, especially if the striker’s form does not improve in the coming months.
Barcelona’s management will need to balance financial realities with on-field ambitions as they consider how best to transition from Lewandowski’s era while maintaining their competitiveness at the top level.
