Chicago Fire to tempt Robert Lewandowski from Barcelona with mega-offer

TL;DR

Chicago Fire is reportedly making a strong push to sign Robert Lewandowski on a free transfer after his contract with Barcelona expires this summer, offering €20 million per season. Lewandowski's agent is currently in Barcelona discussing his future.

Key points

Chicago Fire is pushing to sign Robert Lewandowski
Offer includes €20 million per season
Lewandowski's contract with Barcelona expires this summer
Agent Pini Zahavi is in Barcelona for talks
Gregg Broughton confirmed interest in Lewandowski

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MADRID, SPAIN - APRIL 04: Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona celebrates after scoring their side's second goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Atletico de Madrid and FC Barcelona at Riyadh Air Metropolitano on April 04, 2026 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Alvaro Medranda/Quality Sport Images/Getty Images) | Getty Images MLS side Chicago Fire are reportedly “pushing hard” to sign Robert Lewandowski on a free transfer when his Barcelona contract expires this summer. According to Mundo Deportivo, the club are willing to offer Lewandowski a contract worth €20 million per season including bonuses. Lewandowski’s agent Pini Zahavi has been in Barcelona this week for talks about the striker’s future and to finalise Hansi Flick’s contract renewal. The 37-year-old hasn’t yet made a decision on his next move but it’s been reported he will have to accept a pay cut if he is to stay on at Camp Nou. Chicago Fire sporting director Gregg Broughton has this week confirmed the club’s interest in Lewandowski in an interview with talkSPORT. “Robert is a player that MLS is interested in,” he said. “It’s important to remember that in MLS, players belong to the league, not directly to the clubs. “We have shown our interest in trying to bring a player of that calibre to Chicago. Robert is still a Barcelona player, and it wouldn’t be right to talk too much about a player who is under contract with another club.” has said he’s not in a rush to decide his future but time is running out as we head into the final weeks of the season.

Q&A

What is the offer Chicago Fire is making to Robert Lewandowski?

Chicago Fire is reportedly offering Robert Lewandowski a contract worth €20 million per season, including bonuses.

When does Robert Lewandowski's contract with Barcelona expire?

Robert Lewandowski's contract with Barcelona is set to expire this summer.

What did Chicago Fire's sporting director say about Lewandowski?

Chicago Fire's sporting director, Gregg Broughton, confirmed the club's interest in Lewandowski, stating that he is a player MLS is interested in.