Lewandowski to leave Barcelona as 'mission is complete'

Robert Lewandowski says he is leaving Barcelona this summer at the end of his contract.

The 37-year-old joined from Bayern Munich in 2022 and has scored 119 goals in 191 games, helping Barca win three La Liga titles, including this season, and the 2025 Copa del Rey.

Lewandowski said on Instagram: "After four years full of challenges and hard work, it's time to move on.

"I leave with the feeling that the mission is complete. Four seasons, three championships."

The Poland international has had a number of injuries over the past year and started only 15 league games this season.

He made a late appearance in last weekend's Clasico win over Real Madrid which saw Barca confirmed as champions, but his goal in the 2-1 win at Osasuna earlier in the month helped set them up for the title success.

Last December, Chicago Fire said they had talks with Lewandowski over a move to Major League Soccer.

"Barca is back where it belongs," he added. "I will never forget the love I received from the fans from my very first days. Catalonia is my place on earth."

His final game for the club will be at the Spotify Camp Nou against Real Betis on Sunday, with Barca ending their campaign the following Saturday at Valencia.

Coach Hansi Flick, who also coached Lewandowski at Bayern Munich, has confirmed Lewandowski will start against Betis.

"He spoke with the team, said goodbye, and that it was a great time for him here in Barcelona," said Flick.

"I've worked with Robert now for years, and we won together nine [trophies] - all the titles I've won were with him.

"For me it's a privilege to work with him. He's a professional player. Every day he gave the best with his body to be at the highest level.

"He's a perfect role model for young players - a fantastic human, but also a world-class player. This is why he's still playing at this level."

Barcelona also paid tribute to the forward in a statement as they added: "Thank you, Robert Lewandowski, for every goal, every [bit of] fight, and every magical moment wearing these colours. He arrived as a star, he leaves as a legend."