Barcelona, under the leadership of coach Hansi Flick, secured an important 2-0 victory over Las Palmas at the “De Gran Canaria” stadium in the 25th round of La Liga.
The Catalan side claimed all three points thanks to goals from Dani Olmo in the 62nd minute and Ferran Torres deep into stoppage time at 90+6 minutes. This win further solidified Barcelona’s position at the top of the La Liga standings, with 54 points earned from 17 wins, 3 draws, and 5 losses.
Following the match, reports from the Catalan newspaper “Sport” confirmed that Polish striker Robert Lewandowski will remain with Barcelona for another season.
This extension was automatically triggered after he participated in 55% of the club’s matches this season, as stipulated in his contract. His appearance in the first half against Las Palmas ensured that his stay at the club would continue until 2026.
However, this decision has reportedly sparked discontent among some key players within the squad. Sources close to the club reveal that Barcelona’s young stars Pedri, Lamine Yamal, and Raphinha are unhappy about Lewandowski’s contract renewal.
They believe the veteran forward no longer contributes significantly to the team’s performance and that his presence could hinder Barcelona’s attacking potential in future seasons.
The trio reportedly favors the idea of bringing in a younger, more dynamic striker—someone with greater speed, agility, and energy who can effectively pressure opposing defenses.
They argue that Lewandowski, due to his age, lacks the intensity and physical sharpness required to play a high-pressing style, which Barcelona often relies on.
This internal tension highlights growing concerns about the team’s attacking strategy moving forward. While Lewandowski remains a respected and experienced player, his continued presence in the squad could affect Barcelona’s long-term ambitions, particularly as they aim to maintain dominance in Spanish and European football.
The dissatisfaction among some of the club’s rising stars suggests that a shift in the attacking lineup may be necessary to keep Barcelona competitive at the highest level.
For now, despite internal disagreements, the team remains focused on their La Liga campaign. With a crucial win over Las Palmas, Barcelona continues its push for the title, but questions remain over how the club will handle its striking options in the near future.
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