Bayern Munich’s transfer activity hints at Lewandowski’s departure

Barcelona’s pursuit of Bayern Munich superstar Robert Lewandowski has been well-publicised this summer. The Catalans have made him their topmost priority for the ongoing transfer window.

The legendary striker, for his part, has also expressed his desire to join the Blaugrana and has refused to sign an extension with the Bundesliga giants, with his current contract expiring in 2023.

Barcelona and Lewandowski also have an agreement over personal terms over a three-year deal as well. However, Bayern Munich are playing hardball in negotiations with the Blaugrana as they continue to insist that the Poland captain is not for sale.

The Bavarian outfit have already knocked back three offers for the 33-year-old, while publicly insisting that he is expected to stay put at the club. The club officials have also stated that they expect him to join the pre-season camp on July 12.

Despite their public stance of him being not for sale, it is being reported that Bayern Munich would be open to selling the midfielder should an offer of around €50 million (fixed) come along.

And their business in the transfer window further indicates that they might be preparing to offload a big player this summer, i.e., Lewandowski.

Bayern have lost Niklas Sule and Corentin Tolisso, which will have created room on their wage bill. However, they have made a high-profile signing in the form of Sadio Mane from Liverpool, who will be earning a mammoth salary.

On top of that, Bayern Munich are also pushing to sign Matthijs de Ligt from Juventus, another high-profile addition to their roster. Given the way they operate in the market, it is likely that the Bavarian giants could be preparing for a big departure for them to be splashing the cash in this manner.

So, their transfer activity might suggest that despite their public insistence, Lewandowski could indeed be sold, although Barcelona might have to meet their €50 million valuation for the striker.