Barcelona preparing for life without veteran striker as exit draws closer

Barcelona preparing for life without veteran striker as exit draws closer

Robert Lewandowski’s future at Barcelona is looking increasingly uncertain, especially after he has reportedly turned down the club’s first renewal offer.

Given his age and the club’s finances, it appeared that any renewal would only happen if the player agreed to reduce his wages.

With that negotiating factor turning into an obstacle in recent days, however, his future has grown away from Catalonia with every passing day.

All but confirmed?

As reported by Matteo Moretto in a recent report, there is a very high and extremely strong probability now that the Polish striker is in his final months at the club.

No final decision has been made yet, but negotiations are not proceeding in a positive direction. All indicators, thus, point to Barcelona and Lewandowski parting ways at the end of the season.

Likely in his final months as a Barcelona player. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)

In fact, the Spanish journalist also adds that Barcelona have already begun preparing for life without the striker to some extent. They are considering their options, both internally and in terms of a new signing.

As for Lewandowski, the player has several options at his doorstep including from the MLS, Saudi Arabia, and a few European clubs including .