Barcelona are said to be on the lookout for a high-profile striker in the summer and Sport reports that the Blaugrana are in talks to sign Bayern Munich’s Robert Lewandowski, with Sergino Dest potentially moving the other way.
Poland international Lewandowski is set to be a free agent in 2023, with discussions about his desire to sign a new deal already out there in interviews with journalists. However, his lack of clarity means he is moving further away from Bavaria after eight years at the club.
The 33-year-old has scored 339 goals in 367 appearances across all competitions for Bayern, becoming one of the most feared strikers in Europe. His tally last year managed to break Gerd Muller’s 49-year record for most goals in a Bundesliga season and his 31 this season shows no sign of stopping soon.
However, his contractual issues have put him in the centre of an uncertain time, with Barca boss Xavi Hernandez keen to pounce on the opportunity. Bayern are said to value Lewandowski at €65 million, something that could be too much for Barca given their financial difficulties.
That’s where Dest comes in, with the report claiming that the Bundesliga club are interested in the United States full-back as an option for the future. The 21-year-old, who has started just 15 league games this season, could be included in a swap move that would suit both sides.
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