Key Takeaways:
- Robert Lewandowski has turned down Fenerbahce’s offer of a one-and-a-half-season contract beginning this January
- The Barcelona striker, currently contracted until 30 June 2026, has twice stated he is not rushing to agree an extension
- Milan are also observing Lewandowski’s situation, possibly aiming to sign the Polish international as a free agent next summer
Turkish Club’s Ambitious January Approach
Barcelona’s leading goalscorer, Robert Lewandowski, has reportedly refused an offer from Turkish outfit Fenerbahce to join them during the January transfer window. The Istanbul team have put forward a proposal to secure the Polish international’s services on a contract running through to 2027 – a deal spanning a season and a half. Despite Fenerbahce’s efforts to recruit him for an immediate impact, Lewandowski opted not to accept their proposition.
🚨🟡🔵 #Fenerbahce have shown concrete interest in Robert Lewandowski for the winter window, but he has declined.#Lewandowski wants to stay at least until the summer and is still not planning a January move.
His future at FC Barcelona remains completely open, with his contract… pic.twitter.com/EWvP2MKxaI
— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) November 25, 2025
Contract Situation and Growing Transfer Interest
Interest in Lewandowski’s future has escalated, in part prompted by the player’s own remarks made twice within a single week, indicating he is in no hurry to finalise a new agreement with Barcelona. With his current contract due to expire on 30 June 2026, there is mounting speculation he could become a free agent during the summer. This uncertainty has sparked attention from several clubs, notably Italian giants Milan, who are monitoring the situation. Milan’s strategy appears aimed at securing Lewandowski without a transfer fee, should he reach free agency at the end of the campaign. While Fenerbahce attempted to secure his signature now, the answer from the 37-year-old forward was unequivocally negative.
Further Confirmation and Player Statements
Adding to the reports, journalist Florian Plettenberg shared on social media:
“Fenerbahce made a concrete move for Lewandowski’s transfer in January, but he declined. His wish is to stay at Barcelona at least until the summer and he is currently not planning a January move. His contract expires in the summer, and his future remains open.”
Shortly after renewed reports regarding Fenerbahce and Milan’s interest, Lewandowski addressed the subject of his next move in an interview with TVP Sport:
“Very soon I’ll be ready to decide in which direction I will go and what options are available to me,” he said, leaving all options on the table as several possible scenarios remain for his post-season future.
