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World footballer Robert Lewandowski once more criticized the behavior of those responsible at FC Bayern in the weeks before his move to FC Barcelona.
That was “a lot of politics,” said the Pole in an interview with the US broadcaster ESPN. “The club tried to find an argument as to why they might sell me to another club because it might have been difficult to explain to the fans. And I had to accept that, even though a lot of bullshit was said regarding me.”
Lewandowski was released by FC Bayern in mid-July following weeks of back and forth. The Catalans paid 45 million euros for the Polish international, whose contract in Munich had one year left. The change was preceded by numerous public statements from both sides. Lewandowski did not name any specific names in his interview.
“In the end I knew that the fans would still support me during this time,” said the goalscorer. On the other hand, some people “didn’t tell the truth” to him. He then knew that it was no longer possible. He didn’t want to say what exactly happened. However, it was not due to the rumors regarding a move from Erling Haaland to Bayern. The Norwegian then switched from Borussia Dortmund to Manchester City.
In such situations, “which are not good for me, the truth is important,” said the world footballer. “For me, it’s always important to stay true to the truth, and for some people that was a problem.” Overall, however, he had a “wonderful time” in Munich, said Lewandowski. “I had a very good relationship with my teammates, with the coaching staff, with the coach and those are all things that I will miss.”