Robert Lewandowski to Manchester United is off!

Lewandowski to United: Ratcliffe's veto puts an end to it!

Europe 28 October 2025 at 07:39

Just as Manchester United seem to be finally turning things around after a rocky start to the season, an unexpected rumor has once again set tongues wagging in the corridors of Old Trafford. According to the English press, the Red Devils have been closely monitoring the situation of Robert Lewandowski, whose contract with FC Barcelona expires next summer. This interest hasn’t gone unnoticed by Ruben Amorim, United’s new Portuguese manager, who is reportedly attracted by the Polish striker’s profile and wealth of experience.

Set to turn 37 next summer, Lewandowski remains a respected name in world football, but his arrival at Manchester now looks highly unlikely. Sir Jim Ratcliffe, the club’s co-owner and the man in charge of sporting policy, is said to have categorically rejected this option. The British businessman is reportedly unwilling to invest in a player with a high salary and a career already well into its twilight, instead favoring a strategy focused on youth and long-term sustainability.

🔴 𝗝𝗜𝗠 𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗟𝗜𝗙𝗙𝗘 𝗡𝗘 𝗩𝗘𝗨𝗧 𝗣𝗔𝗦 𝗗𝗘 𝗥𝗢𝗕𝗘𝗥𝗧 𝗟𝗘𝗪𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗦𝗞𝗜 𝗔̀ 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗗 ! 🔱❌

Ruben Amorim est intéressé par le joueur libre l'été prochain mais Ratcliffe ne veut pas investir sur son salaire. 💰

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Despite this difference in vision, Ruben Amorim continues to build a competitive squad. Under his leadership, Manchester United have just notched up three straight wins, including a prestigious victory at Anfield against Liverpool, followed by a triumph over Brighton at Old Trafford—their first in two years. The results have restored confidence in the dressing room and, at least for now, quieted the debates about the upcoming transfer window.