“Lewandowski is one step away from leaving Barcelona for a new adventure.”

Robert Lewandowski is on the verge of a decision that could shake up the transfer market and the future of Barcelona. The Polish forward, whose contract expires at the end of this season, could say goodbye to Camp Nou this Sunday during the final match of LaLiga against Betis. Uncertainty hangs in the air, but Polish media reports that the scales are tipping towards the striker’s departure.

Despite Barcelona’s persistent attempts to secure Lewandowski’s contract renewal, the 37-year-old forward seems determined to embrace a new challenge away from Spain. The potential arrival of a new striker next season could accelerate the Polish international’s change in status within the Catalan team, increasing the likelihood of his exit.

According to the Polish website Meczyki, Lewandowski is inclined to reject Barcelona’s renewal offer, favoring a project where he can maintain a significant sporting impact. Interestingly, money is not the determining factor for the forward, who is seeking an experience that goes beyond a mere financial contract.

The strongest destination at the moment points to Saudi Arabia. Several clubs from the Saudi league are already preparing to present official offers to Lewandowski, who is open to listening to proposals. Meanwhile, the Chicago Fire from Major League Soccer (MLS) have also expressed interest and are reported to have made a concrete offer for the Polish striker.

Lewandowski does not hide the fact that he is considering a move to a “lower league” after winning LaLiga with Barcelona. “I am almost 38 years old, but I feel good physically, so I am considering that possibility,” confessed the forward, leaving the door open for a final phase of his career in a less competitive but still challenging championship.

This season, Robert Lewandowski has scored 18 goals and provided 2 assists in 42 matches for Barcelona, numbers that demonstrate his importance in the Catalan attack. However, the stage is set for an unexpected outcome that could see the Polish international far from traditional European football.

Lewandowski’s departure from Barcelona could be one of the most impactful moments of the summer transfer market, with Saudi Arabia emerging as a significant destination for international stars at the end of their careers. It remains to be seen whether Camp Nou will witness its top scorer bidding farewell with one last performance on Sunday or if the goodbye has already been sealed, paving the way for a new chapter in the impressive career of the Polish forward.

This article first appeared on Apito Final.