MLS club director confirms interest in Barcelona striker: ‘We have shown our interest’

Lewandowski’s future remains a hot topic in the market. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)

Broughton confirmed that a formal expression of interest has already been made.

“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,” he added.

Chicago Fire, though, is not the only option at Lewandowski’s disposal, as the Pole has also been courted by Italian clubs, including Juventus, who are ready to offer him a deal worth around €6 million.

This is a fraction of the €20 million deal offered by Chicago Fire, but it appears Lewandowski wants to continue at the highest level of football.

That is why Juventus remain an option, while a prolonged stay at Barcelona has not been ruled out either.

The coming hours could prove to be crucial as his agent, Pini Zahavi, hands Lewandowski all possible options, after which the player is expected to make a final decision.