Barcelona want veteran superstar to guide and mentor 18-year-old teenage prodigy

As the Christmas break draws to a close, Barcelona will be aiming to turn over a new leaf and look to close the distance between Girona and Real Madrid.

The arrival of Vitor Roque has especially ignited newfound optimism, considering his potential and the fact that he is coming on the back of a terrific campaign with Athletico Paranense.

However, Barcelona are being cautious with his development, as they want his adaptation process to be as seamless as possible.

Lewandowski to mentor the youngster

Indeed, according to AS, Barça’s technical staff will ask Lewandowski to help Vitor Roque and teach him everything he can.

The 18-year-old Brazilian forward still has a lot to learn and there is no better way than to do it alongside one of the most proven scorers in the world, even if he is not at his best right now.

The 35-year-old is showing signs of being past his peak and has endured a topsy-turvy spell this campaign, but he continues to be regarded as a lethal goalscorer with a trophy cabinet that testifies to his talents.

Lewandowski has finished as the Bundesliga top scorer for five consecutive seasons and boasts two golden boots.

With the Polish striker carrying decades of experience and earning the right to be called one of the best strikers of all time, he is the ideal candidate to impart his wisdom to the young prodigy.

Roque eager to play alongside Lewandowski

Although there has been chatter regarding Roque arriving to displace Lewandowski from the starting XI, the former Bayern Munich man continues to have the coach’s faith.

And the team does not wish to overburden Roque with the responsibility of leading Barcelona’s front line at once.

In fact, the 18-year-old already expressed his desire to share the same pitch with Lewandowski, stating:

“Yes, of course. They’re all very good, but I’m really looking forward to playing with Lewandowski. And, of course, with Raphinha too. I’ll be fulfilling a dream.”