5 clubs circle Barcelona star over free transfer

A prized Barcelona star is attracting serious interest from five major clubs, all eyeing a lucrative free transfer when his contract expires.

The veteran forward, still central to Hansi Flick’s plans but approaching the twilight of his career, has chosen to press pause on any concrete decision, preferring to first understand who will lead the next sporting project at Camp Nou and beyond.

Until the new president is confirmed and a fresh roadmap is laid out, the striker is keeping every door open, even as interest from Europe, MLS, and the Middle East continues to intensify.

That Barcelona star is Robert Lewandowski, whose contract runs out at the end of the season and who has already received five serious offers for his services ahead of the summer window, as reported by Mundo Deportivo.

Reports indicate that he plans to make a final call only after the March 15 presidential elections, likely around April, once he knows whether Joan Laporta stays in power and what kind of renewal proposal arrives from the club.

While MLS – with Chicago Fire especially attentive – is pushing hard and viewed as a strong candidate, interest from Europe (including AC Milan and other top sides) and lucrative Saudi Arabian approaches also remain on the table.

Crucially, money is no longer the driving factor for Lewandowski at this stage of his career, with the Pole said to be prioritising family comfort, competitive level, and emotional ties over the biggest salary package.

For now, Lewandowski remains fully focused on the pitch, but the sense of a crossroads is undeniable.

Five clubs are circling, the election clock is ticking, and Barcelona’s next political decision may end up defining the final chapter of one of this generation’s greatest goal scorers.