The striker of the famous Catalan club “Barcelona,” Robert Lewandowski, received a massive financial offer last year from one of the teams in Saudi Arabia. According to his agent, Pini Zahavi, the player was offered a salary of €100 million per year, but he preferred to stay on European pitches and continue competing in the Champions League.
The choice in the face of millions
Zahavi noted that the offer was officially presented last year and the conditions were very attractive. Nevertheless, Lewandowski did not abandon his main goals in football:
— “He chose to stay in Europe, to play in the most prestigious tournament — the Champions League, and to perform at a high level,” said the agent.
Season statistics
The Polish striker played 52 matches for “Barcelona” last season, scoring 42 goals and providing 3 assists. These figures made him not only the leader of the team but also one of the most prolific forwards in all of Europe.
Conclusion
Lewandowski’s decision has been met with mixed reactions from fans and sports analysts. On one hand, he turned down a huge financial opportunity, while on the other hand, he remained loyal to his ambitions and goals as a professional athlete. This decision opened yet another important chapter in his career.
