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REUTERS/ISABEL INFANTES
[Saba
Sports News] According to Spanish media reports, Barcelona signed Robert
Lewandowski last summer, and their contract is set to expire in 2026. The
reports state that Lewandowski’s salary at Barcelona will increase over the
first three years, starting at 20 million euros in the first year, rising to 26
million euros in the second year, and further increasing to 32 million euros in
the third year. However, in the fourth year, his salary will drop back down to
26 million euros. Additionally, Lewandowski’s contract includes a termination
clause linked to his number of appearances. If, in his third season at
Barcelona, his playing time as a starter or substitute does not exceed 55% of
the team’s total games, the club has the option to terminate his contract at
the end of that season. The structure of Lewandowski’s contract with increasing
and then decreasing salaries, along with the appearance-related termination
clause, raises questions about Barcelona’s decision-making. The opinions of
Barcelona fans on this matter may vary. Some may view it as a calculated move
to manage the club’s finances and incentivize performance, while others may
have concerns about the potential risks and implications of such a contract
structure.