Robert Lewandowski was one of the biggest disappointments in Barcelona’s defeat to Monaco because he was signed to play in games like this, which are more complicated than expected, where they need someone with the ability to make the difference and decide.
There was no news about the number “9” while he was on the pitch, he was completely unnoticed and he had already accumulated two games without scoring, without contributing anything at all, which caused the euphoria that had been present after seeing his great start in LaLiga to diminish, in fact, at the Camp Nou there are doubts again that his best version is behind him.
Lewandowski is already 36 years old and although the arrival of Hansi Flick clearly played to his advantage, as he was the coach who was able to get the most out of him, at the moment he is still not as consistent and reliable as expected.
According to information from the Spanish newspaper El Nacional, the first to feel frank disappointment in the Polish star were Joan Laporta and Deco, who considered selling him. But no official offers have come in, and the German coach insisted on giving him another chance.
However, everything could change in June, when Lewandowski’s contract expires. In Barcelona, there are growing doubts about whether it is worth renewing it, given his age, his irregular contributions and his high salary.
The newspaper added that Barcelona officials have already started looking for a reliable replacement, an option in which we can find several names, including Victor Jokeres, one of the most elegant footballers on the world stage.
He continues to break all kinds of records in the ranks of Sporting Lisbon, and is one of the most convincing alternatives to lead the Barcelona attack after Lewandowski’s departure.
But to make such a large investment – Jokeres’ release clause is 80 million euros – Barcelona will first need to generate revenue and in addition to selling players, Laporta can count on the help of Nike.
The American multinational would be willing to put money out of its own pocket so that a star like the Swede can land in the Barcelona team.