Robert Lewandowski’s future at Barcelona is attracting attention as the striker approaches the final months of his contract. Signs increasingly point to him not extending his stay in Catalonia and instead considering a move abroad, with Major League Soccer among the likely destinations.
Barcelona, for their part, have already started planning for a long-term replacement for the veteran forward, with Julian Alvarez reported as one of the leading candidates to fill the role should Lewandowski depart.
According to Diario SPORT, Lewandowski is drawing nearer to a switch to MLS as Chicago Fire pursue the Pole hard. The American club have been linked with the former Borussia Dortmund striker for some time and have repeatedly tried to persuade him to move to the United States.
With his contract due to expire at the end of the season, Chicago Fire have reportedly submitted an official offer to sign the veteran forward. The proposal is said to be a two-year deal with compensation reflecting his standing as the club’s leading global superstar.
The report adds that negotiations have progressed steadily: Lewandowski’s wife visited Chicago in November, and an official delegation from the club traveled there in December as part of their recruitment efforts. Several factors connected to the city itself could influence his decision, including the fact that Chicago hosts the largest Polish community in the United States.
Therefore, the coming months may prove decisive as Chicago Fire aim to finalise the acquisition of Barcelona’s striker. Media indicate both sides are engaged in active talks and a resolution could arrive before the current season concludes.
