Wojciech Szczesny has confirmed that Barcelona is set to extend his contract by two years.
This report is released soon after Barcelona defeated Real Madrid 4-3 at El Clasico on Sunday.
Szczesny, who decided to retire from professional football in August 2024, made a return by g with Barcelona.
He was brought back to make up for the absence of injured Marc-Andre ter Stegen, and Hansi Flick subsequently started him ahead of Inaki Pena in January.
In a post-match interview with Canal+, Szczesny said he received a contract proposal but is still undecided about it. He said that he would take time to talk with his family.
“I’m not hiding the fact that I was offered a two-year extension, but I have to decide with my family what’s best for us.” Szczesny said.
“I think I owe it to my family, to my wife, to make these decisions together, so I haven’t made any yet,” Szczesny added.
Szczesny has made a major difference in Barcelona since his arrival. In his 29 appearances, he has played a part in 23 wins and kept 13 clean sheets.
The Polish goalkeeper has been part of the team that won the Spanish Super Cup and the Copa del Rey.
Szczesny on the other hand, pointed out that although he typically handles football choices, this case is special since their original plan was for him to play only for one year and then retire again.
“Most of the decisions about my home are made by my wife, and I’m not ashamed of that at all.” Szczesny said.
“I usually make the football ones, but it’s a very unusual situation, as we were determined to come here for a year to try to achieve our dreams and then return to playing golf.
“I’ll decide in the coming weeks. There are also the logistical aspects of studies, moving, etc.
“For now, I’m enjoying what’s happened and not wondering whether I’ll stay here or not.” he added.
