Key Takeaways
- Hansi Flick declines to reveal details about Robert Lewandowski’s contract negotiations with Barcelona.
- The 37-year-old Polish striker has received offers from Saudi Arabia, Chicago Fire, and Italian clubs.
- Barcelona are hunting for a new centre-forward, suggesting Lewandowski may depart Camp Nou this summer.
Hansi Flick has refused to clarify Robert Lewandowski’s future at Barcelona. The German boss faced the media on Friday but kept details about the Polish striker’s contract talks secret.
Lewandowski is 37 years old. His current deal expires this summer. Barcelona have offered him an extension with lower wages. However, the club is shopping for a new centre-forward. This suggests the veteran may leave Camp Nou.
‘We have spoken about his situation,’ Flick said. ‘But those discussions stay between us. We are concentrating on the final five matches. After the season, we will talk with everyone involved.’
Barcelona are close to winning La Liga. They need just five points to lift the trophy. Despite this success, their Champions League campaign ended early. Flick believes his team can still reach the level of Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain next season. ‘One hundred percent,’ he replied when asked about competing with Europe’s best.
The coach refused to discuss recent penalty decisions. ‘I do not want to waste time on this. It is finished. I watched the games and enjoyed them. I did not think about anything else,’ he explained.
Lewandowski must decide his next move soon. Clubs from Saudi Arabia want him. Chicago Fire from Major League Soccer have also made contact. In Italy, both AC Milan and Juventus are keen to sign him. The forward has stayed quiet about his plans. He says he will announce his choice in due course.
Flick also spoke about his full-backs. Reports suggest Barcelona will sell Jules Koundé and Alejandro Balde if they receive good offers. Young player Xavi Espart got his chance when Koundé was injured. Flick praised the youngster. ‘He is doing well. I like what I see. He is a great option for the next matches and for next season,’ the manager stated.