MLS manager confirms talks with Barcelona forward – “He is someone we want to sign”
Barcelona is preparing for the summer transfer window following the conclusion of the 2025-26 season. Robert Lewandowski is set to leave the club as a free agent, and the Chicago Fire is actively pursuing him as a replacement. MLS manager Gregg Berhalter has confirmed ongoing discussions and expressed confidence in Lewandowski's potential impact on the team.
- ▪Barcelona is looking for a replacement for Robert Lewandowski, who is leaving as a free agent.
- ▪The Chicago Fire is currently the most aggressive club in pursuing Lewandowski.
- ▪Manager Gregg Berhalter has stated that they have had extensive communication with Lewandowski and his entourage.
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