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Barcelona have officially confirmed that Robert Lewandowski will leave the club at the end of the 2025-26 campaign, closing a four-year chapter at the Catalan side. The veteran striker, who arrived from Bayern Munich and has remained a clinical presence in La Liga, will bid farewell to the home supporters during Sunday’s fixture against Real Betis.
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An Emotional Farewell to the Blaugrana
The 37-year-old forward informed his teammates and coaching staff of his decision earlier this week, delivering a moving speech during a training session, according to The Athletic. He described his four seasons in the famous jersey as the “most incredible chapter” of his professional career.
Lewandowski confirmed the news via social media on Saturday, expressing gratitude for his time at FC Barcelona, where he anchored the attack across multiple managerial tenures.
“After four years full of challenges and hard work, it’s time to move on. I leave with the feeling that the mission is complete. Four seasons, three championships. I will never forget the love I received from the fans from my very first days. Catalonia is my place on earth. Thank you to everyone I met along the way during these beautiful four years. A special thank you to President Laporta for giving me the chance to live the most incredible chapter of my career. Barca is back where it belongs. Visca el Barca. Visca Catalunya.”
Legacy of a World-Class Marksman
The Polish striker departs having secured a permanent place in the club’s record books. Barcelona released a formal statement paying tribute: “Robert Lewandowski will bring his time as an FC Barcelona player to an end at the close of the season. The Polish striker is departing after four seasons in the blaugrana jersey, having made his mark with goals, leadership and an exemplary competitive mentality.”
Since arriving for €50 million in 2022, Lewandowski accumulated 119 goals in 191 appearances, placing him 14th on the club’s all-time scoring list. His debut season produced the Pichichi Trophy as he led Barca to the domestic title. He then found the net 42 times in a single campaign during the 2024-25 domestic treble. Across four years in Spain, he collected seven trophies, including three La Liga titles and three Spanish Super Cups.
Saudi Interest and Staggering Financial Terms
With Lewandowski set to enter the free agent market, speculation about his next destination is intensifying. Juventus and several MLS clubs have been linked with his services, but the most concrete interest is emerging from the Middle East. Reports indicate that Al-Hilal have submitted a formal contract offer, with the Riyadh-based club prepared to table a salary in the region of €90 million per season.
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The ‘Lower League’ Option Remains Alive
Despite the financial pull of Saudi Arabia, Lewandowski has also signalled openness to a move to what he called a “lower league”. He has been regularly linked with MLS side Chicago Fire and acknowledged he is weighing his options as he approaches his 38th birthday, noting 51 days remain on his current deal before he makes a final decision.
“There could be an option in a lower league. I’m almost 38, but I feel good physically, so I’m considering it.”
The immediate focus stays on his final appearance at Camp Nou, where he will look to close his Barcelona career with a goal against Real Betis. Follow TipsGG for full coverage of his next move and everything surrounding the end of this era at the Catalan club.