"Although the forward is performing way above expectations for a 37-year-old, Barcelona are mindful of his age and performance levels compared to last season. The fact that Lewandowski ranks among the highest-paid players in the squad is also weighing on the Catalans. Renewing Lewandowski's contract for another year, therefore, will only put pressure on Barcelona, who are already going through economic difficulties."
"The rule states that a club can renew a player regardless of their age or the club's excess spending status, provided the player's salary does not exceed 8% of the Squad Cost Limit. Lewandowski fits this criterion perfectly. The Polish striker currently earns a base salary of around €20 million gross per season. With Barcelona's squad cost limit set at approximately €351 million in September, his wages represent roughly 5.6% of the total cost - well below the 8% threshold required by the new regulation."
Robert Lewandowski is in the final year of his Barcelona contract while performing strongly despite being 37. Barcelona remain concerned about his age, declining performance compared with last season, and his status among the club's highest earners. Renewing his deal would increase financial pressure on a club facing economic difficulties. La Liga's Article 103 now permits a club to renew one player's contract outside standard financial restrictions if the player's salary does not exceed 8% of the Squad Cost Limit. Lewandowski earns about €20 million gross, roughly 5.6% of Barcelona's €351 million limit, making him eligible, though the club would have to return the Fair Play space generated the following season.
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