Robert Lewandowski's performance in the Polish national team this season seems to be unsatisfactory, although he still leads the team's scoring list with 8 goals, but his scoring efficiency and tactical contribution have been widely questioned. It is reported that "Robert" has a pay rise clause in his contract, which is expected to rise to £5.2 million (HK$52 million) next year, and FC Barcelona are actively studying ways to prevent this clause from taking effect, and will likely sell the veteran striker in the near future.
Robert Ljungduvski joined Barcelona from Bayern Munich in the summer of 2022. Given Barcelona's financial woes, he signed a 3+1 year deal with the club, with his annual salary increasing each year. Last season, his annual salary was £17.3 million (about HK$173 million), which has increased to £22.5 million (about HK$225 million) this season and will increase by another £5.2 million from the third year of his contract.
Barcelona head coach Xavi is unhappy with the defensive performance of Robert Ljundovski, who had an argument with him at halftime during a recent league win over Emilia, according to Spain's Daily Sport. Reports indicate that the Barcelona club, unwilling to continue to afford overpaid and underperforming players, plans to send the 35-year-old Robert Ljunduvski away before a pay raise clause kicks in.
