Robert Lewandowski had his ups and downs last season, with the Polish striker going on goalless streaks and then showing off his form for weeks. He ended the campaign with 26 goals in 49 games, a worse result than his debut season (33 goals in 46 games).
Hansi Flick is delighted with Lewandowski. He will bet on the Pole
In the upcoming season, the new coach of FC Barcelona will be Hansi Flick. The Catalan “Sport” is certain that the German will focus on Lewandowski, who will become his main striker. The journalists also mentioned their common past at Bayern Munich, where they won the treble. “Since then, the coach's trust in 'Lewy' has been maximum. Despite the Pole's 35 years, Hansi was always certain that Robert would be his number nine,” we read in the text.
The Spaniards also added that Ferran Torres will be an alternative to Lewandowski. “Ferran's characteristics correspond to what I expect from a reserve striker in certain match conditions, especially in the second half, when the games open up,” we read further. Flick is also said to have great hopes for Lamina Yamal and Nico Williams (if he joins the team). The new coach expects both of them to send many good balls to the Polish striker.
– Robert Lewandowski is unbeatable in the penalty area. He has what we lacked in training now, which is scoring goals. He doesn't need many chances to score goals. I just want veterans like that to help young players improve and establish contact with them so they can develop – Hansi Flick recently spoke about Lewandowski.
FC Barcelona will play its first match of the upcoming season on August 17. That day, it will face Valencia.