Barcelona begins building its new project under German coach Hansi Flick, an unexpected development has emerged that threatens the team’s technical stability. The summer of 2026 appears set to bring crucial decisions, not only regarding new signings, but also concerning big names who may quietly bid farewell to Camp Nou.
Information from within the club’s management indicates that a veteran star, a key pillar of the squad, is one step closer to making a decisive decision about his future… and the potential destination represents an investment that could completely change the course of his football career.
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The departure of Iñigo Martínez to Saudi club Al-Nassr was just the beginning. The Basque defender, who had been a stabilizing figure in the dressing room, officially left after receiving an irresistible financial offer. But attention is now turning to another, even more influential name: Robert Lewandowski.
According to sources close to the club’s management, the Polish star is now on the radar of major Saudi clubs aiming to enhance the league’s global profile with high-profile signings. Although a transfer isn’t expected this summer, all signs point to the summer of 2026 as a possible turning point.
Since joining in 2022, Lewandowski has delivered outstanding goalscoring performances. However, his advancing age and the club’s financial policies make it difficult to extend his stay for additional years. The player is well aware that his chances of securing a final major contract may not come from Europe, but rather from a club that heavily invests in global stars.
The international striker is open to a new experience, especially after receiving lucrative offers that surpass his current salary, including significant benefits such as marketing contracts and additional investment opportunities.
Between the inevitable departure of Iñigo and the potential exit of Lewandowski, Barcelona’s management has already begun drawing up a roadmap for the future. Flick and Deco have agreed on the need to sign a top-tier international defender, with Alessandro Bastoni at the top of the list. The club is also monitoring attacking options such as Alexander Isak and Julián Álvarez.
Change is on the horizon, and the club understands that maintaining its competitive identity requires bold decisions before circumstances force their hand.
Until further notice, Lewandowski remains focused on the current season. Flick has expressed his full confidence in the striker’s abilities and emphasized that he is an integral part of the current project. However, future intentions are beginning to surface, and the Saudi whispers are getting closer and closer to Camp Nou.
Will Barcelona succeed in replacing its stars before it’s too late? Or will the Saudi League continue to attract more global icons?
