Robert Lewandowski Turned Down $227 Million Saudi Offer to Stay at Barcelona

15 days ago

Robert Lewandowski Turned Down $227 Million Saudi Offer to Stay at Barcelona

Pini Zahavi, Lewandowski's agent, confirmed that the Polish striker wanted to stay at Barcelona, but wasn't part of Deco and Hansi Flick's plans. "In January 2026, Robert had an offer on the table for two years worth $113 million per season, but he refused," Zahavi said. Eventually, Lewandowski joined the Chicago Fire in late June.

By Ankit Sharma

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Per reports, the chances of Neymar signing a new contract with the club are extremely slim. The Brazilian star has tense relations with the club's management, with recurring injuries that have prevented him from completing a full season. Neymar, whose current contract runs till December this year, has eight goals and four assists in 16 matches this season.

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Liverpool Hold Preliminary Talks for Bradley Barcola, Formal Negotiations Yet to Begin

Barcola is Liverpool's leading target, but PSG's demand of $193 million is viewed by the English club as inflated and unrealistic. They also tried for the French forward last summer but failed. Barcola, who still has two years left on his current PSG contract, has no intention of signing a new deal and wants to leave the club.

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Atletico Madrid Turn Down Julian Alvarez's Request for Meeting to Discuss Barcelona Move

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Atletico Madrid Turn Down Julian Alvarez's Request for Meeting to Discuss Barcelona Move

Per reports, Alvarez requested a face-to-face meeting with Atletico's directors in Madrid to discuss his future with the club. However, he was informed that no immediate talks would take place. Madrid expects to see him when he returns for the pre-season camp on August 10. Atletico have been rigid in their stance not to entertain any offer from Barcelona.

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Paolo Maldini and Leonardo Resign From Italy Roles Over Pirlo's Rejection

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Paolo Maldini and Leonardo Resign From Italy Roles Over Pirlo's Rejection

President Malago blocked Pirlo as head coach over his ties to a Russian betting brand, per Romano, prompting the walkout just 10 days into the project. Maldini and Leonardo wanted only Pirlo and refused alternatives. The role has been vacant since Gattuso, with Guardiola and Ancelotti turning it down as Italy reels from missing the World Cup.

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Facebook Co-Founder Eduardo Saverin Approached Over a Liverpool Stake

Saverin, worth around $33.2 billion, was contacted weeks ago about Amit Bhatia's syndicate, per Sky News, which could become Liverpool's second-largest shareholder. FSG are open to selling roughly 30%, valuing the club above $6 billion. Amazon founder Bezos has also been approached, though neither he nor Saverin has committed. He was part of a failed 2022 Chelsea bid.

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