5 possible destinations for Robert Lewandowski

For the past few years, Robert Lewandowski has been turning heads and raising eyebrows with his eye-catching displays at Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich. He has been their most consistent and most prolific performer in the last few years. His goal-scoring prowess is second to none.

Another one of his plus points is that he seldom gets injured. After players like Mario Mandzukic and Mario Gomez left the club, Bayern have been playing without a substitute striker for quite a long time now. Even then, Lewandowski has been playing extremely well, netting thirty goals in each of the last two seasons in the Bundesliga.

But, the Polish front-man is not having the best of times in Germany. In Bayern's recent Champions League face-off versus Anderlecht, the Pole risked the ire of Dutch winger Arjen Robben. Lewandowski considered it better to take a shot himself instead of passing it to his team-mate who was the most obvious choice to score a goal.

Carlo Ancelotti's man-management skills have already been questioned following the rumours of unrest in the Bayern dressing room. To top the pile, Lewandowski has incurred the wrath of Bayern CEO Karl-Heinz Rummenigge after questioning the club's transfer policy. Apart from this, he has faced harsh criticism from legends and other officials at the club.

With Ancelotti touted to leave Bayern and Lewa' subsequent falling-out with the CEO, the Pole might as well consider his future options, should he decide to quit the Bavarians. Here, we take a look at five possible destinations for the talented striker.

#5 MANCHESTER CITY

Image result for Lewandowski — Lewy wouldn't deny a chance to work with his ex-boss

Robert Lewandowski would find it hard to say no to his ex-Bayern boss at the Etihad. Although the forward had disagreements considering Guardiola's coaching techniques, Lewandowski has deemed the ex-Barcelona coach as a success at Bayern, despite failing to win the Champions League.

Manchester City have an abundance of midfield talent in the likes of Sterling, Yaya Toure, De Bruyne, David Silva and Ilkay Gundogan. However, Sergio Aguero remains the only experienced striker in City's frontline. Gabriel Jesus has had a promising start to his City career. But, Guardiola will need an experienced striker like Lewy if he faces the likes of Bayern, Barcelona, Juventus and Real Madrid in the Champions League.

Although City won't guarantee the Champions League title compared to others on the list, Guardiola can still convince his former front-man to lead his attack.

#4: CHELSEA

Image result for Lewandowski Chelsea — Lewandowski's arrival will transform Chelsea into serious contenders for the Champions League title.

Antonio Conte was keen to offload Diego Costa in the summer. But, Atletico's transfer ban proved to be the biggest hurdle in the Spaniard's way back to his former club. The Blues have already acquired his countryman Alvaro Morata from Champions League winners Real Madrid.

With Lewandowski's departure looking imminent, Chelsea have been put on alert. According to reports, they are already in a race with rivals Manchester United for the Pole's signature. Lewandowski's arrival will definitely transform the Londoners into serious contenders for the Champions League title. Also, Lewandowski would be relieved of his pressure, considering competition with Spaniards Pedro and Morata., Lewy would certainly relish a chance to play in the Premier League.

Taking his age into consideration, Lewandowski might find an exciting challenge to prove himself in the world's toughest and most competitive league.

#3: MANCHESTER UNITED

The Red Devils have been in their best shape since Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement in 2013. They are on a rise in both England and Europe, with Portuguese mastermind Jose Mourinho keen to win the Champions League trophy with an English club.

However, to be strong contenders in Europe, The Special One needs a classy goal-scoring machine like Lewandowski to fire them to the title. United spent a hefty fee to acquire Belgian forward Romelu Lukaku this summer. Although he has scored 6 goals in the last 6 games, Lukaku and Marcus Rashford need to polish their finishing skills.

United are already chasing Antoine Girezmann as a replacement for Zlatan Ibrahimovic who is said to return by December but should any complications arise in the Griezmann chase, the Red Devils will be quick enough to turn their attention to the Bayern forward.

Lewandowski will certainly be the spearhead of the most popular club in the world. Also, United would offer him a mouth-watering package to play for them.

#2: JUVENTUS

Robert Lewandoski wants to have his hands on the Champions League trophy, the biggest honour in club football. The Turin-based club can certainly guarantee him a Champions League final appearance. Juventus lost two finals in 2015 and 2017 to Spanish powerhouses Real Madrid & Barcelona.

Lewandowski's signing would mean Juventus would have a stronger chance of winning the trophy. The Polish front-man is widely known for his goal-poaching skills, which would help the Bianconeri have a firm chance of winning the title. Also, The 29-year-old would be of paramount importance in curbing the threat of the growing AC Milan.

The only hurdle, however, seems to be the amount of money Juventus would splash for the Poland international. With the prices of players having rocketed to the zenith, Bayern would certainly not let go their front man for a cheap rate.

#1: REAL MADRID

If you can't stop them, buy them. That's what Real would literally be doing if they scoop the Bayern forward. Certainly, they would feel safer to have him on their side rather than forego another four-goal haul like the one in 2013.

For a striker like Robert Lewandowski, Real Madrid seems to be the ultimate option. He would find it hard deny a club that is regarded as the finest in club football. With Frenchman Karim Benzema misfiring intermittently and Marco Asensio out with injury, President Florentino Perez has already drawn a list of forwards, to bolster the Real Madrid attack.

Apparently, the proficient Pole heads the list. No other club could give him a better chance to win the Champions League than the Los Blancos. Also, he would relish a chance to play with the legendary Cristiano Ronaldo.

Although playing for Real would burden him even more than now, the Bayern front-man would certainly find it hard to deny the fame and money Madrid will offer him. A combo of Robert Lewandowski and Cristiano Ronaldo will nonetheless be mouth-watering to watch.

Edited by Shambhu Ajith