Barcelona proposed a one-year extension at roughly half his current salary, with a reduced role implied alongside their plans to sign a new primary striker.
Lewandowski has not accepted. Zahavi was spotted in Italy in recent days โ including at San Siro for the Milan-Juventus match โ conducting preliminary soundings with Serie A clubs.
Juventus have shown the clearest intent. Reports from Gazzetta dello Sport and La Stampa confirm talks have taken place and that there is a mutual openness to a deal, though the financials remain a sticking point.
Lewandowski's camp are seeking a two-year contract worth between โฌ8 and โฌ10 million net per season plus bonuses โ substantial demands for a player approaching 38, even on a free.
From Spain, there are reports suggesting Lewandowski currently views Juventus as his most realistic and appealing option โ ahead of AC Milan, who are also monitoring him alongside other striker targets including Alexander Sorloth.
The condition is non-negotiable on his side: Champions League football. Juventus must qualify for next season's competition for the deal to have any chance of materialising.
Milan-Juventus is therefore not just a rivalry clash โ the result of that race for the top four could directly shape which club Lewandowski chooses, if he chooses Serie A at all.
The other competing destinations are the Saudi Pro League and MLS. Chicago Fire are reported to have tabled an offer worth โฌ20 million per year, though Lewandowski has indicated the American league is not his preference.
