Manchester United have set their sights on veteran striker Roberto Lewandowski | OneFootball

Manchester United are eyeing a blockbuster summer move for legendary striker Robert Lewandowski, who has officially become a high-profile free agent.

The 37-year-old Polish international recently left Barcelona after a successful four-year spell in Catalonia. With Lewandowski considering his next career move, Old Trafford chiefs are preparing an ambitious bid to bring his elite goal-scoring pedigree to the Premier League.

United manager Michael Carrick and the INEOS sporting hierarchy see the veteran forward as a unique, cost-effective opportunity to add winning experience to their attack.

Having secured a return to Champions League football for the upcoming season, United are keen to add more European pedigree to the squad.

Lewandowski, who has scored 109 of his 751 career goals in the Champions League, would offer a proven focal point capable of thriving under elite continental pressure.

United have already invested heavily to sign 23-year-old Slovenian striker Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig, but the club believes Sesko’s long-term development would benefit greatly from the mentorship of an experienced forward.

Club legend Rio Ferdinand recently urged United to pursue Lewandowski, emphasising that an experienced option like the former Bayern Munich star could help unlock Sesko’s full potential.

Signing Lewandowski on a free transfer would allow United to strengthen their attack without eating into the funds allocated to their midfield rebuild, although his salary demands could pose a stumbling block.

No decision on Lewandowski’s future is expected until he has evaluated all available offers with his family. Major League Soccer side Chicago Fire are also interested, while there is significant interest from Saudi Arabia.