Lewandowski will consider Chelsea only if Barcelona move fails – report

Reputed journalist Ben Jacobs has offered a fresh update on the future of Robert Lewandowski.

There has been a lack of movement in the Pole’s transfer saga in recent days. But the striker still harbours of leaving Allianz Arena this summer, with Chelsea being the latest club to join the race.

Jacobs suggests Lewandowski is well aware of Chelsea’s interest, but he may only consider a move to Stamford Bridge if his move to Camp Nou falls through. Barcelona have been in negotiations with Bayern Munich for months, but to no avail.

But Lewandowski is willing to wait around a bit for the Catalans and is not willing to give up on them just yet, especially this early in the transfer window.

With a month and a half still remaining before the window slams shut, the 33-year-old believes there is a substantial chance of him joining Barça this summer. The club themselves are confident of sealing a move despite the failed negotiations with Bayern.

The Bavarians are reportedly looking for a fee of around €50 million upfront for Lewandowski. Barcelona have appeared reluctant to match that fee, but recent reports indicate that they are ready to shell out €50 million for the striker.

As for Chelsea, they are keen on avoiding a similar situation as Raphinha, where their proposal merely triggered a route for Barcelona to make an offer and move ahead in the pursuit, due to the player’s willingness to move to Camp Nou.

But in case the negotiations between Barcelona and Bayern truly collapse, Chelsea coach Thomas Tuchel is more than willing to make a move for the Polish hitman and would prefer him over Cristiano Ronaldo, who is also available in the market.