Barcelona to Part Ways with Lewandowski, Eyes Karl Etta Eyong as Potential Replacement
Barcelona will not renew the contract of veteran striker Robert Lewandowski when it expires, signaling a shift in the club’s attacking strategy, according to reports from Sport. The decision comes despite the 37-year-old Polish international’s continued goalscoring form – four goals in seven league games this season – and will initiate a search for his successor.
The move reflects a desire from coach Hansi Flick to inject greater pressing intensity into the Barça attack. While Lewandowski remains a potent finisher, concerns over his ability to consistently pressure opposing defenses at the same pace as younger teammates have prompted the club to explore alternative options. This transition impacts Barcelona’s forward line, perhaps reshaping their tactical approach and requiring adaptation from other attacking players.
UD Levante’s 21-year-old forward Karl Etta Eyong has emerged as a leading candidate to fill the void. Etta Eyong has quickly become a standout performer in LaLiga, currently ranking among the league’s top scorers with eight goals in eight appearances. His recent performances have also led to a significant increase in his market value, jumping from €5 million to €20 million in the latest update from Transfermarkt.
Ferran Torres, 25, is also expected to compete for the central attacking position. Though previously linked to Barcelona,Atlético Madrid’s Julián Álvarez,25,is considered financially out of reach for the club,currently valued at €100 million.