Barcelona would end up paying €104 million to superstar forward by the time his deal expires | OneFootball

According to a recent report from SPORT, Robert Lewandowski’s contract with Barcelona is far more lucrative than previously believed, amounting to a staggering €104 million gross over four years.

When the Polish striker arrived in 2022, it was widely reported that he had taken a pay cut compared to the €12 million net he was earning annually at Bayern Munich.

While it is true that his first season at Barça saw him earn €10 million net, the overall structure of the contract reveals a substantial salary increase over time.

Breakdown of Lewandowski’s salary

In his debut season, the net figure was slightly lower, but from the second year onwards, his earnings rose significantly.

This past season, Lewandowski earned a fixed net salary of €16 million, and for the upcoming 2025-26 campaign, he is set to earn €13 million net.

So far, Barcelona have already paid him €79.4 million gross in fixed wages and bonuses, and that figure will rise further by the end of his deal.

Robert Lewandowski is one of the highest earners in the squad. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

Lewandowski also receives additional income through performance-related bonuses written into his contract. He earns €600,000 gross for winning La Liga, and that figure increases to €800,000 if the team also wins the Copa del Rey.

If Barcelona wins both La Liga and the Champions League, Lewandowski earns a €1 million bonus, while winning all three major trophies in a single season would see him pocket a total of €2 million in bonuses.

Barcelona are not saving up at all

Although it was initially believed that Barcelona were saving on his salary compared to Bayern, the reality is that the personal income tax rate in Spain is slightly higher, forcing the club to spend more to meet the agreed net figures.

This means the true financial burden on Barcelona is considerably larger than it appears at first glance.

Despite the significant outlay, Lewandowski has delivered. He was the top scorer in La Liga during his first season and played a vital role in securing two league titles, two Spanish Super Cups, and a Copa del Rey during his time with the Catalan giants.

However, with one year left on his deal and the club still under financial strain, there is growing debate within the club over whether continuing to pay such high wages is sustainable.