Robert Lewandowski won’t be lining up alongside Lionel Messi at Inter Miami next season, although the veteran Pole could yet end his career in Major League Soccer.
Lewandowski is 37 years of age and his contract at Barcelona expires at the end of the season. As it stands, there has been no indication the Catalans will look to extend his deal, making him an appealing free agent transfer target for clubs in the US and Saudi Arabia.
Miami have been mentioned as a possible suitor but, according to a report in Sport this morning, they have no intention of making a move for the former Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich striker.
Miami are confident they already have a player with a similar profile to Lewandowski in another former Barca star, Luis Suarez, even though the veteran Uruguayan was a peripheral figure in the latter stages of Miami’s maiden MLS Cup win.
Suarez is reportedly close to signing a new contract with Miami but on reduced terms to reflect his waning influence on the team.
Chicago eye Lewandowski deal
Lewandowski could still move to MLS, however, with the Chicago Fire also interested.
Sport report the Fire have already held talks with the player’s representatives with a view to bringing him in in July after the league pauses for the World Cup.
Lewandowski is still arguably a part of Barca’s best XI, although he has competition for the number nine role from Ferran Torres, who is enjoying an outstanding season.
He joined Barca from Bayern in the summer of 2022 and has scored 109 goals in 164 games.
Lewandowski has struggled with injuries this term but has still contributed eight goals and one assist in 17 appearances for the Liga leaders.
Miami have already strengthened their squad for next season with the acquisition of former Manchester United and Spurs full-back Sergio Reguilon.
He will come in as a direct replacement for Jordi Alba, who alongside fellow former Barcelona star Sergio Busquets has announced his retirement.
