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Robert Lewandowski: German legend makes transfer claim amid Chelsea and Man Utd interest
ROBERT LEWANDOWSKI is not leaving Bayern Munich this summer.
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That is according to former Germany and Real Madrid star Christoph Metzelder.
The Poland hitman has been heavily linked with a move away from the German champions in recent days.
And Madrid, Chelsea and Manchester United are just some of the European giants chasing Lewandowski's signature.
However, Metzelder insists the striker will not be leaving anytime soon.
"There isn't a pain barrier [on the transfer fee] because a Robert Lewandowski is irreplaceable," he told Sky Germany.
Robert Lewandowski is the subject of major transfer speculation
Robert Lewandowski has been linked with moves to Manchester United and Chelsea
Normally, Bayern do not give up their top players and they do not need the money
"There isn't an adequate replacement available on the market.
"Therefore, they will not allow him to leave.
"Normally, Bayern do not give up their top players and they do not need the money."
Speculation over Lewandowski's future started when he parted ways with long-time agent Cezary Kucharski.
The star is now working with Pini Zahavi, renowned for his deal making.
"It might be because he wasn't happy with his advisor or it's a change of strategy," Metzelder continued.
"It's Bayern who call the shots here.
"Although the topic is sure to be getting on the nerves of the Bayern hierarchy, the player has a contract, and in my opinion, I don't think anything will happen."
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