Barcelona are expected to sign a new starting striker next summer, with Robert Lewandowski’s contract expiring in 2026. The search for a possible replacement has been ongoing for some time, and now

Barcelona’s Polish striker Robert Lewandowski's strongly criticized the Ballon d’or selection process echoing recent remarks made by Al Nassr captain Cristiano Ronaldo. In interview with BBC Lewandowski stressed that Barcelona currently has several players capable of competing for the award this year.

Robert Lewandowski's commitment to Barcelona has been reaffirmed by his agent, revealing he snubbed one of the biggest offers in football history.

Lewandowski still managed to score 27 goals in 32 La Liga games last season. He is now 36 years old, but he still maintains impeccable shape. However, eventually Barca will need a replacement for their center-forward.

Barcelona forward Robert Lewandowski has encouraged teammate Lamine Yamal to find the right balance in his life so he can have a long professional career.

The experienced forward’s involvement over the final stretch of last season was limited by a hamstring complaint. In a concerning development, Barcelona confirmed that it is an injury to the same muscle which will stop Lewandowski from featuring against Como for the Joan Gamper Trophy this weekend.

Al Hilal are reportedly interested in acquiring Barcelona’s Robert Lewandowski for the Saudi Pro League, but the Polish striker has apparently made up his mind.

Speaking to El Chiringuito TV, the Polish superstar opened up on the Ballon d'Or and labelled it as a commercial award. He insisted that the award is driven by politics and 'The Best' is the fairer accolade. He said, as quoted by El Chiringuito TV on X:

This article was originally published on www.si.com as ‘Something Special’—Robert Lewandowski Credits Former Manager for Barcelona Resurgence. Barcelona enter the 2025–26 season regarded as one of the best teams on the planet and a threat to seriously contend for every trophy they’ll compete for.

After the signing of Franco Mastantuono, FC Barcelona star Robert Lewandowski made a bold claim on Real Madrid: "They have pressure to find someone like Lamine Yamal."

Robert Lewandowski has not trained with the group due to injury and is definitely out, according to Mundo Deportivo, while Marcus Rashford has still not been registered.