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AC Milan are exploring a January swap deal involving Christopher Nkunku and Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski, according to reports from Italy echoed by Mundo Deportivo. The proposal would rank among the most unexpected moves of the winter transfer window as the Polish forward faces growing uncertainty over his future at Barcelona.
AC Milan Reportedly Considering Shock January Swap Deal for Robert Lewandowski
Lewandowski’s situation at Barcelona has been subject to growing scrutiny in recent weeks as his contract enters its final stretch. The club are quietly preparing for life beyond one of Europe’s most prolific forwards, with the sense of uncertainty around him intensifying. 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 are reportedly considering bringing Lewandowski to San Siro long before his contract expires, rather than waiting for the opportunity to sign him as a free agent in 2026. The Italian giants are said to be willing to include Nkunku in an exchange deal, a move that would give Barcelona an instant, high-profile attacking reinforcement to replace the departing Polish striker.
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.
The dynamics within Barcelona cannot be ignored, as Lewandowski’s decreasing influence, combined with Ferran Torres’ growing prominence, is putting the Polish striker in a difficult spot. From Milan’s perspective, this shift only strengthens the logic behind attempting an opportunistic move for a player who has scored prolifically throughout his career but faces an uncertain future at Camp Nou.
