Pranav Nair
Robert Lewandowski to cost Manchester United at least £69million
According to Sky Germany reporter Marc Behrenbeck (h/t The Express), Manchester United now know what they need to do to land Bayern Munich star Robert Lewandowski.
The 32-year-old is arguably the best No.9 on the planet and has been pivotal to a Bayern side that has dominated domestic proceedings over the last decade.
It is no secret that United need a striker and on Lewandowski they would be getting an elite one. Despite his age, he continues to find the back of the net on a consistent basis and still has a few good years left in him.
“Some top clubs are looking for a new striker. Starting with Manchester United.”
The Polish international has been linked with a move away this summer after seven prolific years with Die Roten. Bayern is unwilling to let him go on the cheap and want at least £69million to part with his services.
It is a remarkable amount given Lewandowski’s age. However, it also shows his standing in the sport. With 43 goals and 8 assists in just 37 games this season, the Pole continues to rack up impressive numbers. (h/t Transfermarkt)
Despite currently being out injured, Lewandowski continues to dominate the race for the Bundesliga golden boot. He is currently on 36 goals, miles ahead of both Erling Haaland and Andre Silva on 25 each. The two strikers have also been linked with United in recent months.
A missed opportunity
A number of teams appearing to be monitoring the player, and his agent has already received an offer from an unnamed side.
United came very close to landing the Polish hitman when he was still with Borussia Dortmund in 2012. Ferguson personally reached out to the player in an effort to arrange the transfer. Lewandowski for his part was ready to move.
Instead, Dortmund rejected United’s advances and the player stayed put. Nine years on, it remains to be seen if our time has come.
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The 32-year-old is one of the best players in the world and was awarded the Best FIFA Men’s Player award for 2020. (h/t FIFA)
There is little doubt that he wouldn’t vastly improve our squad. Lewandowski is miles ahead of any striker at our disposal and would be an automatic starter if signed. Whether we are willing to fork out what is needed to land him remains to be seen.
