AC Milan plotting shocking January swap deal involving Barcelona veteran – report | OneFootball

Recent claims emerging from Italy, as echoed by Mundo Deportivo, have sparked intense debate, with reports suggesting a dramatic twist in Robert Lewandowski’s future at Barcelona. 

According to these updates, AC Milan are exploring the possibility of a sensational January swap deal involving Christopher Nkunku and the Polish striker, a proposal that would rank among the most unexpected moves of the winter window.

Lewandowski’s situation at Barcelona has been subject to growing scrutiny in recent weeks. 

With his contract entering its final stretch and the club quietly preparing for life beyond one of Europe’s most prolific forwards, the sense of uncertainty around him has only intensified. 

His age and the financial weight of a potential renewal make his long-term continuity increasingly unlikely, leaving Barcelona in a position where securing a replacement appears not only necessary but far more feasible than before.

AC Milan ready to offer support

Against this backdrop, Milan’s interest comes into sharp focus. 

AC Milan are ready to offer Christopher Nkunku. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

The Italian giants are reportedly considering bringing Lewandowski long before his contract expires, rather than waiting for the opportunity to sign him as a free agent in 2026. 

To strengthen their case, the Serie A club is said to be willing to include Nkunku in an exchange deal, a move that would give Barcelona an instant, high-profile attacking reinforcement.

Initial reports suggested Milan were preparing to hold talks with agent Pini Zahavi, who represents both Lewandowski and Nkunku, to explore whether such a transfer could gain momentum. 

However, sources close to the Barcelona striker have firmly denied that any such meeting has been scheduled, signalling that the situation may be far less advanced than the Italian whispers imply.

Still, the dynamics within Barcelona cannot be ignored, as Lewandowski’s decreasing influence, combined with Ferran Torres’ growing prominence, is putting the Pole in a difficult spot. 

From Milan’s perspective, this shift only strengthens the logic behind attempting an opportunistic move.