Lewandowski’s inspiring farewell message to the Barcelona squad | OneFootball

It was a highly emotional weekend for Robert Lewandowski. The Polish striker officially announced his departure from FC Barcelona at the end of the season and was able to say goodbye to the Spotify Camp Nou during the match against Real Betis.

The 37-year-old striker will bring an end to a four-year spell filled with goals and remarkable professionalism, which helped Barcelona return to the top, even if the UEFA Champions League ultimately remained out of reach.

Lewandowski’s message to Barcelona players

Ironically, the Champions League itself became one of the central topics of Lewandowski’s farewell speech to the Barcelona squad this past weekend.

Lewandowski said goodbye to Camp Nou on Sunday. (Photo by Eric Alonso/Getty Images)

Indeed, according to Cadena SER, the veteran superstar delivered the following message to his teammates after the final training session before the match against Real Betis:

“You’re ready to win the Champions League.”

Lewandowski, reportedly in tears, told the Barcelona players that he was leaving very proud of the work he had done and of the legacy he was leaving behind at Camp Nou.

After his words, every player in the squad approached him to embrace him. Captain Ronald Araujo and head coach Hansi Flick also gave speeches on behalf of the team.

Leaving as a legend

Lewandowski departs Barcelona as a legend despite having been at the club for only four years, as was put by interim president Rafa Yuste.

Departing as a club legend. (Photo by Eric Alonso/Getty Images)

A well-respected figure in the locker room, many Barcelona players have spoken publicly about his departure and highlighted his mentality and professionalism.

Manager Hansi Flick and president-elect Joan Laporta have echoed those same sentiments.

Lewandowski leaves with three La Liga titles, one Copa del Rey, and three Spanish Super Cups across four seasons.

Although he never managed to lift the Champions League trophy with Barcelona, he remains convinced that this team will eventually achieve it.