Barcelona are scheduled to play their final match of the La Liga season against Real Betis tomorrow, having already secured the league title. Ahead of this final fixture, the 37-year-old Polish striker Robert Lewandowski has officially announced his departure from the Catalan club. The veteran forward joined Barcelona from Bayern Munich in 2022. Across his four seasons with the club, he made 191 appearances and scored 119 goals, playing a pivotal role in helping Barcelona secure three La Liga titles and one Copa del Rey trophy.
Lewandowski, who became a key figure for the club during a challenging transitional period, shared his formal farewell statement via his official Instagram account. He wrote, “After four years full of challenges and hard work, now is the time to move forward. I leave with the feeling that my mission has been accomplished.”
Reflecting on his efforts to restore the club to its traditional heights within Spanish and European football, Lewandowski expressed his satisfaction with what had been achieved during his tenure. He added, “Barça is back where it belongs. I will never forget the love I received from the fans from the very first day. Catalonia will always hold a special place in my heart.”
Tributes From Hansi Flick and the Club
Following the announcement, Barcelona manager Hansi Flick addressed the striker’s departure during his press conference. Flick confirmed that the forward had already spoken to his teammates to say his goodbyes before the final match of the domestic campaign. The German manager spoke highly of the forward’s professionalism, stating, “He has spoken to the team, he said goodbye… For me, working with him has been a privilege. He is an absolute role model for the young players.”
The club also paid tribute to the Polish international across their official social media channels. Acknowledging his immense contribution over the past four seasons, Barcelona published a message that read, “He arrived as a star, and he leaves as a legend.”
Record of Achievement and Future Prospects
Lewandowski enjoyed immediate success upon his arrival in Spain, finishing as the top goalscorer in La Liga during his debut season to win the prestigious Pichichi Trophy. In the current campaign, he has maintained his productivity by scoring 18 goals in 44 appearances across all competitions, helping Barcelona comfortably secure another La Liga championship.
Although his contract is set to expire at the conclusion of the current summer transfer window, the striker has not yet confirmed which club he will be joining next. While his official destination remains unannounced, there is intense speculation within the football world linking the 37-year-old with potential moves to clubs in the Saudi Pro League as well as Major League Soccer in the United States. Tomorrow’s fixture against Real Betis will serve as his final appearance in a Barcelona shirt, concluding a highly successful four-year spell in Spanish football.