Lewandowski turned down the scandalous Barcelona plan to carry on playing there
Robert Lewandowski Turns Down Offers from Manchester United and Saudi Arabia
Robert Lewandowski, the prolific striker currently gracing the pitch for FC Barcelona, has revealed that he turned down lucrative offers from both Manchester United and Saudi Arabia to stay with his current club.
In a recent interview, Lewandowski discussed his failed move to Manchester United in 2012, a move that he had agreed to at the time. However, Borussia Dortmund, his then-club, refused to let him go, preferring to keep him for a longer period [3].
The Polish international's agent, Pini Zahavi, has revealed that last summer, Lewandowski turned down a staggering offer worth €100 million per season from Saudi Arabia to remain at Barcelona [5]. This rejection suggests that Lewandowski values factors beyond monetary gain in his career choices, prioritising sporting ambitions and personal preferences.
Lewandowski had an impressive season with Barcelona last year, helping the team win La Liga and the King's Cup. Despite losing to Inter in the Champions League semifinals, he achieved the best individual statistics since joining the club, scoring 42 goals in all competitions [4].
Lewandowski's transfer history showcases significant moves to Borussia Dortmund (2010), Bayern Munich (2014), and Barcelona (2022), where he has consistently established himself among the best players in the game [1][2]. He did not express any regret about not playing in the Premier League and feels that nothing is missing from his career due to this decision.
Despite the allure of the Saudi offer, Lewandowski chose to stay at Barcelona to fight for important titles such as La Liga and the Champions League. His commitment to the club and his passion for the game are evident in his decisions, making him a valuable asset to FC Barcelona.
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