The two players arrive at the end of the contract next summer and will be able to negotiate free transfer conditions with foreign clubs from January.
The club has been working on an extension for De Jong since the end of 2025, but little progress has been made, due to negotiations on unpaid wages.
The club president, Joan Laporta, said he was confident about the conclusion of an agreement with the Dutchman, and Deco has now strengthened the position of the club.
“We are in discussion. I think we are going to find an agreement. He is an important player for us, ”according to Mundo Deportivo.
De Jong is now a framework for FC Barcelona.
“” I think he is happy in Barcelona. We are also satisfied with him. I don't think there will be a problem. »»
However, Deco admitted that the situation was slightly different for Lewandowski, the club with an option to extend the 37 -year -old player's contract until the 2026/27 season.
Injuries have disrupted its start to the season and, despite its incredible record, the club is prudent as to a contract which would carry it far beyond its 38 years.
“This is a different situation. Robert was important and he remains for us. I also think that, given his age and his career, he will assess the situation year after year. There is a moment in a career in a career where you don't do a lot of projects for the future. »»
“I think he is focused on this year. We too, so we'll see. He is a player who depends a lot on his will, his sensations and his vision of things. We will see our progress throughout the year and we will discuss it. »»
Lewandowski is also determined to participate in the next playoffs of the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Poland, while he hopes to lead the country to the tournament next summer.
