FC Barcelona lifted the Spanish Super Cup by beating Real Madrid 3-2 in Jeddah, thanks to a brace from Raphinha and a goal from Robert Lewandowski. The Pole was a surprise starter, having warmed the bench for Ferran Torres in recent weeks.
While Lewandowski did not have many moments of note, his hold-up play was impeccable, and his goal will be remembered for a long time. It felt as if the veteran rolled back the clock in the manner he took Pedri’s pass in his stride and chipped it over the onrushing Courtois.
Now, according to Diario AS, although the most likely outcome is for the 37-year-old striker to leave at the end of the season amid interest from Saudi Arabia and MLS, Barcelona do not completely close the door on a potential renewal.
At the moment, both Lewandowski and the club are focused on the remainder of the season, and the Pole is keen to finish on a high. However, should the stars align, the club could offer him a short-term extension.
BARCELONA, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 22: Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Athletic Club at Spotify Camp Nou on November 22, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
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Lewandowski is one of the highest earners at the club, and his wages will be off the books at the end of the season. From a sporting perspective, age seems to be catching up with the Pole, although he continues to defy expectations time and again.
Ferran Torres has overtaken him as the starting no. 9 for Flick in most games, and it does not make much sense to keep Lewandowski for another season. However, if he were ready to accept a fringe role and a much lower salary, it would not hurt to have his leadership within the group.
The next six months could decide Lewandowski’s future, one way or the other. Let us see how things play out in the time to come.