After the player had publically admitted that his future lay at the Allianz Arena, it was almost confirmed that he would be joining the current European champions at the end of his contract. However, with Bayern coach Pep Guardiola known to rarely use complete forwards, it is speculated that he will be remain a second choice to in-form Mario Mandzukic. With interest from many EPL giants, no one is betting their money on this contract rebel.
Bayern Munich frontman Mario Gomez left for the same reason, with him stating that Guardiola’s use of non-strikers being one of the reasons of his departure. However, there are many EPL clubs pursuing the signing of Lewandowski, with Arsenal and Manchester United leading the race, both in need of world class strikers. If all goes good, Lewandowski might be available for as less as 8 million pounds in the January transfer window.