Barcelona is gearing up for a critical Champions League clash next Tuesday against Inter Milan at the iconic Giuseppe Meazza, with qualification on the line. After a dramatic 3-3 draw in the first leg at the Olympique de Montjuรฏc, everything is still to play for, and the pressure is mounting on Hansi Flickโs side.
According to El Nacional, the biggest buzz inside the Barcelona dressing room centers on a potential game-changer: Robert Lewandowskiโs surprise return. Despite being sidelined in recent weeks with a muscle injury, the Polish striker is pushing hard to recover in timeโeven if only for a cameo appearance.
His teammates, including Lamine Yamal and Raphinha, see Lewandowskiโs presence as a key psychological advantage. Even if he doesnโt start, having the veteran striker on the bench could shift the dynamics of the match, drawing the attention of Interโs defenders and creating more space for attackers like Yamal.
Flick understands this tactical nuance. Simply listing Lewandowski as a substitute could force Inter boss Simone Inzaghi to rethink his game plan, potentially freeing up Barcelonaโs wingers to exploit space and chances in a high-stakes battle.
Lamine Yamal, who has been a breakout star in this seasonโs Champions League, is particularly excited. Heโs built strong chemistry with Lewandowski and believes that the strikerโs experience and presenceโeven limitedโcould open the door to a game-winning opportunity.
If Lewandowski does feature, even briefly, it could be a major morale lift in what will likely be one of Barcelonaโs toughest fixtures of the season. As Lamine Yamal hinted, the “secret weapon” might just be ready to strike in Milan.
