Robert Lewandowski has insisted that he will return with Barcelona for the 2024/25 campaign. The legendary, but aging, striker has come under fire in recent months for a perceived drop-off in production. The Poland international previously scored 33 total goals (23 in LaLiga play) in his first season with the Spanish side. Nevertheless, this figure has fallen to 25 scores (18 in the league) so far this campaign.
Lewandowski, however, is not exactly the only player in manager Xavi’s squad that has seemingly underperformed. The Catalan club failed to collect a title in the current campaign, with one more match remaining on the schedule. Xavi’s team will finish out their trophyless campaign with a match against Sevilla on Sunday, May 26th.
Lewandowski publicly admits that he wants to stay at Barcelona
Nevertheless, there have been plenty of rumors that the Polish striker will be sold at some point this summer. Lewandowski has two more years remaining on his current Barca contract. Despite the suggestions, the forward has denied that he will soon depart the team in an interview with Mundo Deportivo.
“For me, it is very clear,” Lewandowski replied when asked about his future. “I want to win many things with Barcelona, and I am sure that next season we can play stronger and also win titles.”
“I always want the best, not only for myself but also for my teammates and I am sure that this team can win titles next season because I see what we do every day and for me, it is more important because it is a club that I carry in my heart.”
Barca’s 2023/24 season will likely be remembered for their youth movement under Xavi. Several youngsters progressed through the ranks to make a significant impact on the team. This list of prospects was led by Lamine Yamal and Pau Cubarsi. Both players, despite being teens, eventually became key figures in Xavi’s squad.
In the aforementioned interview, Lewandowski praised the youngsters, while…
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Author : Chris Moore
Publish date : 2024-05-22 16:59:38
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