Overview

• Spanish and Italian reports say Barcelona are not planning to extend Robert Lewandowski’s deal beyond its 2026 expiry, raising the prospect of a free departure next summer.
• Atletico Madrid are reported to be exploring a move for the 37-year-old on a free transfer, echoing past signings of ex-Barcelona forwards such as Luis Suárez and David Villa.
• Sporting director Deco has held informal talks with Dusan Vlahovic’s agent since August about a potential 2026 free transfer, with the Juventus striker among a small shortlist.
• Lewandowski’s agent Pini Zahavi says no decision has been made, while interest from AC Milan and Juventus has been reported and the player is understood to prefer staying in Europe.
• An auditor’s removal of a €100m lease item has further tightened Barcelona’s spending room, and local reports note club frustration over Lewandowski’s recent national‑team injury as planning for alternatives continues.