Robert Lewandowski has a formal offer from Al-Hilal and is reportedly close to accepting it.
Al-Hilal’s Substantial Offer
Al-Hilal have reportedly offered the Polish captain €90 million per season. According to reports, Al-Hilal is the most serious club in talks with Lewandowski.
Reports indicate that Lewandowski is considering leaving Barcelona, with Saudi Arabia being a strong possibility. Al-Hilal is considered an attractive destination for Lewandowski. The club is wealthy and boasts renowned players, including Ruben Neves, Darwin Nunez and Karim Benzema. Simone Inzaghi is the coach.
The Barcelona Situation
Barcelona were prepared to keep Lewandowski for another season, but on the condition that he give up half his salary. Lewandowski also learned that his role in the team would not change and that he would still be a reserve player. This was unacceptable for the ambitious player.
Lewandowski’s National Team Considerations
Lewandowski is reportedly considering the interests of the Polish national team when choosing a new club. He is aware that his body has limits and that training at the same high intensity as in Barcelona may affect his health. The Barcelona striker knew that he needed to reduce his workload next season, but still play regularly.
He is said to view offers from Saudi Arabia more favourably than those from other European clubs. The Saudi Pro League would provide him with lighter training but regular play, allowing him to arrive at Polish national team camps in good shape.
Al-Hilal’s Ambitions and Competition
Al-Hilal is currently second in the Saudi Pro League. They have not lost this season and are only five points behind the leader, Al-Nassr, led by Cristiano Ronaldo, with one game in hand.
The Saudi Arabian club performed well in the last edition of the Club World Cup, reaching the quarter-finals and eliminating Manchester City along the way.
The future of the 37-year-old footballer has been a topic of discussion for some time.