Report: Robert Lewandowski issues ultimatum to Bayern amid stalled contract renewal talks

Robert Lewandowskihas given his current side, Bayern an ultimatum, as he attempts to seekclarificationon his contract status.The prolific strikerprefers either a contract extension or he could considerleavingthe Bundesliga club in the summer, as per Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano. It’s been said thathe has no desire to depart on a free transfer once his deal runs out in June 2023.

The 2021 Ballon d’Or Striker of the Year is believed to be dedicated to the German teamand focused on the remainder of the season. Meanwhile, Bayern areyet to initiate discussions with the 33-year-old.If they want the Pole to remain wearingDie Roten jerseynext season, they must begin discussions with his representatives as soon as possible and give him an “important deal”.

During the summer transfer discussions between Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germainfor Kylian Mbappe,Robert Lewandowski was mentioned as a possible alternative. However, the club’sresponse to all interested sides was that their star player was untouchable,Romano has added.

Bayern-Lewandowski: No ongoing talks regarding new deal

Since the failed David Alaba discussions, the relationship between Bayern,particularly Hasan Salihamidzic, the club’s sporting director,and Lewandowski’s agent, Pini Zahavi, has been exceedingly tense. The Bavarians’ hierarchy areyet to meet with Zahavi to discuss Lewandowski’s future.

For the Polish veteran, the issue is clear: if Bayern do not offer him a new contract soon, he will certainly explore other possibilities, maybe as early as this summer. It’s worth noting that the Israeliagent has been well-connected withPSG, in addition to clubs from the Premier League.

In addition, after the Eintracht Frankfurt 1-0 win, Salihamidzicstated that the club would do all possible to extend the Poland international’s contract. However, in answer to the statement, Lewandowski replied, “I’m hearing it for the first time.”