Spanish newspaper 'Sport' reported that the future of Polish star Robert Lewandowski with FC Barcelona remains open, despite his contract nearing its end, as the club's management is considering the possibility of renewing his contract for an additional season provided his performance remains at the expected level.

The source revealed that an important meeting took place last Saturday between Barcelona president Joan Laporta and the player's agent Pini Zahavi in a presidential suite at a hotel in Barcelona, away from the public eye, to discuss Lewandowski's future.

During the meeting, Zahavi confirmed that the player wishes to continue for another season with the team, pointing out his feeling of readiness and motivation to continue his career at the Catalan club. Additionally, his family's stability in Barcelona, including his wife's business projects such as a gym, strengthens his desire to stay.

Barcelona's management believes it is too early to make a final decision regarding Lewandowski's future, preferring to monitor his performance during the most decisive part of the season, including the Spanish Super Cup matches and critical La Liga fixtures, as well as the Copa del Rey and UEFA Champions League stages.

The club hopes Lewandowski will deliver a level of performance similar to his previous seasons, where he scored 33, 26, and 38 goals respectively, a level required given his significant contractual status within the team.

Accordingly, the player will be evaluated match by match, as activating the optional year in his contract depends on his performance until the end of the season. The club acknowledges that his departure could provide significant financial flexibility, but it also recognizes that having a player of Lewandowski's caliber adds unique value both on and off the pitch, making the final decision postponed to a later time.