‘Financially impossible’ – Porto chief rules out move for Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski

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Porto president Andre Villas-Boas has ruled out a transfer for Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski, citing financial constraints. Despite interest, Porto cannot afford the striker's salary as he nears the end of his contract.

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Porto president Andre Villas-Boas ruled out Lewandowski transfer
Financial constraints prevent Porto from affording Lewandowski
Lewandowski linked with several clubs as contract ends
Speculation suggests move to Saudi Pro League possible

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BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 11: Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona celebrates the title 2025/26 LaLiga EA Sports and Supercopa Spain in the streets of Barcelona with its supporters, on May 11, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo By Javier Borrego/Europa Press via Getty Images) | Europa Press via Getty Images Porto president Andre Villas-Boas has ruled out a possible move for Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski this summer. The Poland international has been linked with several clubs as he heads towards the end of his contract, with Porto rumored to be interested in the last few days. Villas-Boas was asked about the possibility of signing Lewandowski and insists it’s a transfer they simply can’t afford. “For us, it’s a source of pride that FC Porto is associated with a football legend like Lewandowski. Obviously, as you can imagine, the financial burden of that magnitude is beyond FC Porto’s reach,” he told reporters. “So, that’s the first thing that seems clear to me. Obviously, we have three Polish players in the team, they are our main attraction at the moment, but Lewandowski is completely beyond FC Porto’s financial capabilities.” The current speculation claims that Lewandowski will leave Barcelona when his contract expires and may well head to the Saudi Pro League.

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Why did Porto rule out signing Robert Lewandowski?

Porto ruled out signing Lewandowski due to financial constraints, stating that his salary is beyond the club's reach.

What are the current rumors about Robert Lewandowski's future?

Current speculation suggests that Lewandowski may leave Barcelona when his contract expires, with potential interest from the Saudi Pro League.

How many Polish players are currently on FC Porto's team?

FC Porto currently has three Polish players on their team, who are considered the club's main attraction at the moment.

‘Financially impossible’ – Porto chief rules out move for Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski

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