Robert Lewandowski could have swapped Barcelona for Chicago Fireplace earlier this summer season, however the Polish striker has saved an in depth eye on his former membership from throughout the Atlantic.
In a latest interview with AS, the veteran ahead has shared his ideas on Barcelona’s begin to the brand new season in addition to the membership’s pursuit of Julian Alvarez, amongst different issues.
Lewandowski on Alvarez and the aim void
The veteran ahead acknowledged the numerous lack of firepower Barcelona have endured this summer season following his personal departure, Marcus Rashford’s return to Manchester United and Ferran Torres’ sale to PSG.
“Final season we scored 65 objectives,” he stated, stressing that Barcelona needed some real firepower to exchange the goal-scoring void.
Barcelona’s major goal was Julian Alvarez, however the Argentine ended up remaining at Atletico Madrid regardless of the membership’s greatest efforts.
Lewandowski, on the time of the interview, had wager on Barcelona to conjure up their magic earlier than the deadline day.
“There are just a few days left and all the things can occur and Barcelona is aware of work till the tip,” he stated on the time.
Lewandowski additionally provided his verdict on Barcelona’s early-season type, admitting he had not been in a position to watch a lot however remained assured within the squad.
“I’ve seen little of each video games, however I do know the present state of affairs of the membership. They want a bit of time and I hope that Barcelona proceed to play nicely. They’ve superb gamers,” he added.
The Champions League dream
Maybe most notably, Lewandowski tipped his former membership as real contenders for the Champions League this season.
“This stage for the staff could also be totally different from final season as a result of it has lots of gamers with high quality and new signings.
“I consider for Barcelona the Champions League is a dream, however it’s a time when it has gamers who two-three years in the past had been very younger, and now have expertise,” he stated.
Lewandowski alluded to the big Barcelona contingent within the World Cup-winning Spain staff.
“Eight gamers who’ve been world champions. It’s one thing particular for them, but in addition for Spain,” he added. “Ultimately, I hope that Barcelona will attempt to win and might rejoice the Champions League.”
Lewandowksi ended with a stage of positivity however added it’s essential for the staff to take care of consistency.
“Barça are one of many favourites with two-three extra groups. In Europe it doesn’t matter the way you play at first of the season however to take care of the extent the remainder of the 12 months.
“I hope that ultimately we will speak about Barcelona and what number of titles they’ve received,” he concluded.
